Botanical Name: Cymbopogon citratus

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Lemongrass tea is an herbal tea made from the same plant that is used to produce lemongrass oil, culinary herbs, and citronella candles. This plant has long been a staple of Asian cuisine—particularly Thai food. It's used as a culinary herb to add flavor to dishes and as an herbal remedy for a host of ailments.

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