East Indian Lemongrass vs Zingiber spectabile

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

East Indian Lemongrass

Cymbopogon flexuosus

Antimicrobial

Antimicrobial

East Indian Lemongrass

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Zingiber spectabile

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Indian lemongrass species producing citral-rich essential oil; used in Ayurveda for fever, digestion, and as antimicrobial.

Ornamental Malaysian ginger with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties; used in folk medicine.

Active Compounds

citral, geraniol, limonene, myrcene, linalool

cineole, alpha-pinene, borneol, camphene, terpenoids

Traditional Uses

Fever reduction, Digestive stimulant, Antimicrobial, Insect repellent

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, digestive disorders, fever

Modern Uses

Essential oil antimicrobial, Antifungal, Digestive support

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant

Adult Dosage

2-4g fresh leaf as tea

3-6g rhizome as tea

Contraindications

Essential oil internal use caution, Skin sensitivity

pregnancy large doses

Side Effects

Skin irritation with undiluted oil

generally safe

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E