Lemongrass Wholesale

What is Lemongrass?

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) is a tropical plant that is grown for its lemon-scented leaves and stalks. It is popular in Southeast Asian cooking, herbal teas, and aromatherapy. In stores, it comes in different forms like cut and sifted, whole dried, powdered, or in tea bags. Lemongrass has a natural oil called citral, which gives it a fresh citrus flavor and may help with digestion and fighting germs.

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Types, Varieties & Forms

Lemongrass is processed into multiple forms to serve different industries:

• Fresh Lemongrass Stalks: Commonly used in cooking, especially in Thai, Vietnamese, and other Southeast Asian dishes.
• Dried Lemongrass: Usually found in herbal teas and spice mixes. It's a good alternative to fresh lemongrass that lasts longer.
• Lemongrass Powder: Made from dried stalks. It is often used in spice mixes, instant meals, and seasonings.
• Lemongrass Essential Oil: Extracted from the leaves and stems. It is used in aromatherapy, perfumes, and skincare products.

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Harvest Season

Lemongrass can be picked several times a year in warm climates, especially during dry seasons when the harvest is best. The main countries that grow it are India, Egypt, Thailand, and Vietnam. Prices change based on the quality of the cut, moisture content, smell strength, and how it will be used (like for tea or cooking). Cuts that have more oil and are fine for tea blending tend to sell at higher prices, especially in export markets.

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Producing Countries

Lemongrass grows well in warm, humid areas and is produced in several key regions. The main producers are:

• India: The biggest producer, especially of East Indian lemongrass, which is used for essential oils.
• Thailand: Known for high-quality West Indian lemongrass, often used in cooking.
• Vietnam & Indonesia: They supply both fresh and dried lemongrass for export.
• China & Sri Lanka: Important producers that focus on essential oils and wellness products.

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Lemongrass Market

Lemongrass is becoming popular in caffeine-free wellness teas, plant-based meal kits, and special drinks. It adds a fresh citrus flavor and has natural properties that fight germs and help digestion. In the herbs and botanicals market, lemongrass is gaining popularity because it is versatile in cooking and has a natural appeal.

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Lemongrass Manufacturers

Nutrada provides a network of manufacturers that sell dried lemongrass in different qualities for use in food ingredients. The products come in various forms: whole leaf, cut and sifted, fine cut, or powdered.

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Bulk Lemongrass

Lemongrass usually comes in carton boxes that weigh between 5 to 20 kilograms. Companies that buy lemongrass in bulk include herbal tea companies, lemongrass importers and wellness product developers. Buying in bulk is cost-effective and helps maintain quality and supply, which is important for larger productions or seasonal events.

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Private Label Lemongrass

Suppliers on Nutrada provide private label services for lemongrass. You can choose from pouches, sachets, or jars. If you are starting a herbal tea line our suppliers can help with packaging, labeling, and documentation for B2B brands.

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Organic Lemongrass

Organic lemongrass is grown without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. It comes in dried, powdered, or oil forms and is gaining popularity among wellness brands and herbal tea makers. Nutrada helps buyers find certified USDA Organic, EU Organic, and Fairtrade lemongrass.

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Lemongrass Suppliers

Nutrada makes it easy to match importers with certified lemongrass suppliers from top production areas around the world. Whether you need dried lemongrass powder or stalks, Nutrada helps you find the right supplier in minutes.

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