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East Indian Lemongrass - America's Gardens Nursery

East Indian Lemongrass

$7.99

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Description

There are 55 lemongrass varieties that are called Cymbopogon but you can only eat two of them. The two that you can eat are East Indian lemongrass which is known as Cymbopogon Flexuosus (also known as Cochin or Malabar grass native to India, Thailand, and Sri Lanka) and West Indian lemongrass which is known as Cymbopogon Citratus which is native to Malaysia. Both can be used for cooking, but the thicker West Indian variety is better.

Care

Lemongrass loves the heat so full sun is ideal for their health. They are a clumping grass that thrives in heat, humidity, and abundant moisture. Because it is cold-sensitive, move container-grown plants indoors to a bright window before the first autumn frost. As a grass, it is a heavy nitrogen feeder. Apply a nitrogen-rich, balanced, water-soluble organic fertilizer every few weeks or a slow-release fertilizer early in the season. Best grown as perennial in zones 10-11 only.

Growth Habit
grass that forms dense, fountain-like clumps. It features gracefully arching, gray-green strap-like leaves and swollen, edible bases. The plant spreads outward via tight rhizomes and reaches roughly 3 to 5 feet in height and width.
Toxicity

While small, incidental bites usually cause only mild stomach upset, the plant contains cyanogenic glycosides and essential oils that can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and liver damage if ingested in large quantities. Considered deer resistant. 

    Satisfaction

    Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

    For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

    For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

    Shipping

    Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
    Description

    There are 55 lemongrass varieties that are called Cymbopogon but you can only eat two of them. The two that you can eat are East Indian lemongrass which is known as Cymbopogon Flexuosus (also known as Cochin or Malabar grass native to India, Thailand, and Sri Lanka) and West Indian lemongrass which is known as Cymbopogon Citratus which is native to Malaysia. Both can be used for cooking, but the thicker West Indian variety is better.

    Care

    Lemongrass loves the heat so full sun is ideal for their health. They are a clumping grass that thrives in heat, humidity, and abundant moisture. Because it is cold-sensitive, move container-grown plants indoors to a bright window before the first autumn frost. As a grass, it is a heavy nitrogen feeder. Apply a nitrogen-rich, balanced, water-soluble organic fertilizer every few weeks or a slow-release fertilizer early in the season. Best grown as perennial in zones 10-11 only.

    Growth Habit
    grass that forms dense, fountain-like clumps. It features gracefully arching, gray-green strap-like leaves and swollen, edible bases. The plant spreads outward via tight rhizomes and reaches roughly 3 to 5 feet in height and width.
    Toxicity

    While small, incidental bites usually cause only mild stomach upset, the plant contains cyanogenic glycosides and essential oils that can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and liver damage if ingested in large quantities. Considered deer resistant. 

      Satisfaction

      Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

      For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

      For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

      Shipping

      Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.