Lemongrass
Also known as: lemon grass
Lemongrass is a culinary herb listed by the FDA as a GRAS natural extract under 21 CFR 182.20. Pharmacology reviews report that traditional infusions cause no toxic or side effects at culinary use.
What it is
Stalks and leaves of Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf, a tropical grass used as a culinary herb.
Whole-food aromatic herb used to flavor curries, soups, teas, and marinades.
What regulators actually say
"Essential oils, oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates) that are generally recognized as safe for their intended use ... Lemon-grass (Cymbopogon citratus DC. and Cymbopogon flexuosus Stapf.)."
"Drinking a standard infusion of dried C. citratus does not cause any side or toxic effects."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS natural extract — listed in 21 CFR 182.20 (Cymbopogon citratus DC.).
European Union — EFSA
Permitted food/flavoring in the EU.
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