OstroVit Lemongrass Essential Oil - a valuable source of a vital substance

Essential oils are liquid and volatile fragrances stored in the plant that provide a source of valuable compounds. They are ingredients most often extracted by hydrodistillation or steam distillation from fresh, or dried, plants. They are versatile substances that can be consumed when diluted in oil, as well as used in baths, massages or aromatisation.

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), is a species of perennial tropical grass, belonging to the panicle family. It is a native of south-east Asia and is cultivated in Mediterranean countries, among others. It is a grass appreciated for its ornamental and culinary qualities and is rich in valuable essential oils.