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What Are the Health Benefits of Lemongrass Tea? Plants commonly called lemongrass (Cymbopogon spp.) have grasslike leaves with a strong, lemony fragrance. Native to Africa and Asia, the plants are used as culinary flavoring and in perfumes, but they also have medicinal properties. Traditionally consumed as an herbal tea, lemongrass has been recommended by practitioners of traditional medicine for many different ailments. Modern research suggests that it may have significant health benefits. Antioxidant Properties Lemongrass contains a number of volatile oils, including one called citral that's a mixture of several similar compounds. Not to be used if pregnant