A tall perennial plant, Lemongrass has a light, citrusy, herbaceous aroma that helps to increase awareness and promote a positive outlook. Lemongrass is purifying and toning to the skin, and because of these benefits it is often used in beauty products, as well as being ideal for use in massage therapy.
For External Use Only. May cause skin irritation. Keep out of reach of children. In case of pregnancy or treatment, consult a physician. Avoid contact with eyes, ears and sensitive areas. In case of contact with eyes, rinse with a generous amount of doTERRA Carrier Oil. In case of irritation, discontinue use and consult a physician. Keep product away from light and heat.
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Lemongrass requires little groundwater, so it grows quite well in many parts of India. Additionally, by sourcing Lemongrass from India, we are able to support small-scale farmers.
Lemongrass is a perennial grass and is usually harvested four times per year. During the harvesting, the grass is cut to the ground, left to dry in the field, then collected the next day. When the grass is collected, it is tied into bundles, put in an oxcart, and then driven to the distillation facility. The yield depends on how many times the grass has been cut that year, but an average yield is about 45 kg per acre. Lemongrass that has already been steam distilled for the essential oil can be used to fuel the distillery.
Our lemongrass is grown by small-scale farmers in India. The average farmer has 3 acres. While some of these farmers continue to grow crops like wheat, potatoes, and rice, diversifying their crops with lemongrass is more profitable. This is because lemongrass is a high-value crop so it offers a higher value or return after it is sold.
doTERRA seeks to build supplier capacity by supporting farmers, producers, and distillers through training and financial support. Here’s how this is affecting smallholder farmers in India:
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