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Cymbopogon citratus<\/em>, known as lemongrass, is a perennial herb with a rich lemon-scented aroma, native to regions in Asia, Africa, and Australia. Celebrated for its culinary and medicinal values, lemongrass is used widely in cooking for its zesty flavor and in traditional medicine for its presumed health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and digestive properties. 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Utilized for its culinary and medicinal benefits, this herb complies with the legal standards in many regions. While there is a general permissibility for its use, it's important to stay informed about regional regulations, since legal restrictions can vary. Lemongrass is largely regarded as a legal substance around the globe. Utilized for its culinary and medicinal benefits, this herb complies with the legal standards in many regions. While there is a general permissibility for its use, it's important to stay informed about regional regulations, since legal restrictions can vary. Lemongrass is largely regarded as a legal substance around the globe. Utilized for its culinary and medicinal benefits, this herb complies with the legal standards in many regions. While there is a general permissibility for its use, it's important to stay informed about regional regulations, since legal restrictions can vary. 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