Cymbopogon citratus or Lemongrass is a perennial grass and popular herb in many Asian dishes.
It grows in a clumping manner with long bulbous stems made up of many overlapping leaf blades.
As a self contained plant it is quite attractive, with its graceful, arching foliage, though its greatest value lies in the lemon scent that it produces.
It goes good in pots or you can plant it amongst other perennials or herbs.
Lemongrass has long been used for tea, medicine and Oriental cooking.
The long blades of Lemongrass are used fresh to flavour sauces or soups and to make teas.
The lighter coloured, tender base of the stalk is cut off and used in stir fries and other Asian dishes.