Cymbopogon citratus

Ethnobotanical Studies

Studies

Chemical characterization and biological activity of Curvularia Lunata, an endophytic fungus isolated from lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus).

Kaur M et al (2024).
Braz J Microbiol.
DOI:
10.1007/s42770-024-01503-x
PubMed:
39235713

Lemongrass essential oil and its major component citronellol: evaluation of larvicidal activity and acetylcholinesterase inhibition against Anopheles sinensis.

Summary

Lemongrass essential oil and its major compound, citronellol, show promise as natural larvicides against malaria-carrying mosquitoes. Citronellol inhibits acetylcholinesterase activity, offering a potential alternative to chemical insecticides.

NeurosciencePhytochemistry
Tang Y, Li H and Song Q (2024).
Parasitol Res.
DOI:
10.1007/s00436-024-08338-3
PubMed:
39227462

[Antimicrobial in vitro effects of eight essential oils on Pasteurella multocida and Mannheimia haemolytica from nasopharyngeal swab samples of fattening calves].

Summary

Study tested antibacterial effects of 8 essential oils on P. multocida and M. haemolytica isolates. Lemongrass oil most potent. Different effects seen with agar diffusion and microdilution methods. Important for potential phytotherapeutic treatments.

Antimicrobial
Salzmann BA et al (2024).
Schweiz Arch Tierheilkd.
DOI:
10.17236/sat00429
PubMed:
39225505

Cymbopogon citratus Allelochemical Volatiles as Potential Biopesticides against the Pinewood Nematode.

Faria JMS and Barbosa P (2024).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants13162233
PubMed:
39204667

Antifungal, molecular docking and cytotoxic effect of the essential oil of Cymbopogon citratus (DC) Stapf. and Cymbopogon nardus (L.) Rendle against Candida albicans.

Summary

Researchers in Brazil studied essential oils from Cymbopogon citratus and C. nardus for their antimicrobial potential against Candida albicans. The oils showed effectiveness against both planktonic and biofilm forms of the fungus, with low toxicity and potential for therapeutic applications.

AntimicrobialPhytochemistry
Prado GM et al (2024).
An Acad Bras Cienc.
DOI:
10.1590/0001-3765202420230309
PubMed:
39166649

Toxicity of 6-gingerol and Cymbopogon citratus against Pediculus humanus capitis De Geer (Phthiraptera: Pediculidae): Mortality, detoxifying enzymes, and morphological ultrastructure alterations in lice.

Subahar R et al (2024).
Res Vet Sci.
DOI:
10.1016/j.rvsc.2024.105364
PubMed:
39053092

Elemental Profiling of Common Anti-diabetic Medicinal Plants of Swat and Peshawar Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) Province of Pakistan: An Investigation Using PIXE and ICP-OES.

Summary

Study analyzed elemental composition of 16 anti-diabetic plants using PIXE and ICP-OES. Plants contain essential elements such as Zn and Se crucial for glucose metabolism and insulin function. Results support their use in diabetes management.

Diabetes
Zubair A et al (2024).
Biol Trace Elem Res.
DOI:
10.1007/s12011-024-04305-2
PubMed:
39037503

Synergistic Interaction of Certain Essential Oils and Their Active Compounds with Fluconazole against Azole-resistant Strains of Cryptococcus neoformans.

Khan MSA et al (2024).
Ann Afr Med.
DOI:
10.4103/aam.aam_197_23
PubMed:
39034564

The antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of ethanolic extract in roots, stems, and leaves of three commercial Cymbopogon species.

Summary

Study looked at Cymbopogon for antimicrobial properties. Found potential compounds for treatment of antimicrobial resistance. Important for fighting drug-resistant infections.

AntimicrobialImmunology
Wahyuni DK et al (2024).
BMC Complement Med Ther.
DOI:
10.1186/s12906-024-04573-4
PubMed:
39026301

Antiviral, Antibacterial, Antifungal, and Anticancer Activity of Plant Materials Derived from Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf Species.

Summary

Lemongrass has potent antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anticancer properties. It inhibits fungi, bacteria growth, shows antiviral effects, and contains compounds with potential anticancer effects. Lemongrass can help in various health conditions and has diverse applications.

Review AntimicrobialCancer
Kiełtyka-Dadasiewicz A, Esteban J and Jabłońska-Trypuć A (2024).
Pharmaceuticals (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/ph17060705
PubMed:
38931371

Speciation, phytoavailability, and accumulation of toxic elements and sulfur by humic acid-fertilized lemongrass and common sage in a sandy soil treated with heavy oil fly ash: A trial for management of power stations wastes.

Al-Solaimani SG et al (2024).
Sci Total Environ.
DOI:
10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.173998
PubMed:
38901575

Insecticidal activity of Thymus pallescens de Noë and Cymbogon citratus essential oils against Sitophilus zeamais and Tribolium castaneum.

Moutassem D et al (2024).
Sci Rep.
DOI:
10.1038/s41598-024-64757-3
PubMed:
38886531

Cardioprotective Potential of Cymbopogon citratus Essential Oil against Isoproterenol-induced Cardiomyocyte Hypertrophy: Possible Involvement of NLRP3 Inflammasome and Oxidative Phosphorylation Complex Subunits.

Summary

Study on Cymbopogon citratus essential oil shows potential benefits for heart health, specifically in protecting against cardiomyocyte hypertrophy caused by isoproterenol. Relevant for treating heart-related disorders.

CardiologyPhytochemistry
Ding XY et al (2024).
Curr Med Sci.
DOI:
10.1007/s11596-024-2851-9
PubMed:
38639827

Growth and Phytochemistry of Cymbopogon citratus Stapf Inoculated with Plant Growth-Promoting Bacteria under Different Lead Levels.

Phytochemistry
Sete da Cruz RM et al (2024).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants13070944
PubMed:
38611474

Self-emulsifying drug delivery systems (SEDDS) containing Cymbopogon citratus essential oil: Enhancing the stability and acaricide efficacy against Rhipicephalus (Boophilus) microplus.

Phytochemistry
Chaisri W et al (2024).
Vet Parasitol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.vetpar.2024.110171
PubMed:
38552269

Antimicrobial activity of essential oils against biofilms formed in dental acrylic resin: a systematic review of in vitro studies.

Summary

Study evaluated essential oils for antimicrobial activity against biofilms on dental acrylic resin. EOs of and showed higher action than standard treatments. EOs could be effective in reducing biofilm on dental acrylic resin.

Review Antimicrobial
Carvalho-Silva JM et al (2024).
Biofouling.
DOI:
10.1080/08927014.2024.2332709
PubMed:
38538551

Antibacterial Effect of Eight Essential Oils against Bacteria Implicated in Bovine Mastitis and Characterization of Primary Action Mode of Thymus capitatus Essential Oil.

Phytochemistry
Aouadhi C et al (2024).
Antibiotics (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/antibiotics13030237
PubMed:
38534672

Biogenic synthesis of levofloxacin-loaded copper oxide nanoparticles using Cymbopogon citratus: A green approach for effective antibacterial applications.

Jabeen A et al (2024).
Heliyon.
DOI:
10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e27018
PubMed:
38501012

Adulticidal synergy of two plant essential oils and their major constituents against the housefly Musca domestica and bioassay on non-target species.

Soonwera M et al (2024).
Heliyon.
DOI:
10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26910
PubMed:
38463861

Combination effects of phytonutrient pellet and lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) powder on rumen fermentation efficiency and nutrient degradability using in vitro technique.

Totakul P et al (2024).
Trop Anim Health Prod.
DOI:
10.1007/s11250-024-03936-w
PubMed:
38453787

Distillation of essential oils: An innovative technological approach focused on productivity, quality and sustainability.

Machado CAT et al (2024).
PLoS One.
DOI:
10.1371/journal.pone.0299502
PubMed:
38421961

A comprehensive lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) leaf dataset for agricultural research and disease prevention.

Patil K et al (2024).
Data Brief.
DOI:
10.1016/j.dib.2024.110104
PubMed:
38357460

Comparative evaluation of anti-biofilm and anti- adherence potential of plant extracts against Streptococcus mutans: A therapeutic approach for oral health.

Pallavi P et al (2024).
Microb Pathog.
DOI:
10.1016/j.micpath.2023.106514
PubMed:
38296118

Cymbopogon citratus L. essential oil as a potential anti-biofilm agent active against antibiotic-resistant bacteria isolated from chronic rhinosinusitis patients.

Summary

Lemongrass essential oil (EO) has strong antibiofilm activity against antibiotic-resistant bacteria causing chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). It inhibits biofilm formation, disrupts biofilm matrix, and increases bacterial motility, making it a potential anti-biofilm agent for CRS treatment.

AntimicrobialPhytochemistry
Khosakueng M et al (2024).
Biofouling.
DOI:
10.1080/08927014.2024.2305387
PubMed:
38286789

Green Synthesis of Selenium, Zinc Oxide, and Strontium Nanoparticles and Their Antioxidant Activity - A Comparative In Vitro Study.

Immunology
Shanmugam R et al (2023).
Cureus.
DOI:
10.7759/cureus.50861
PubMed:
38249274

Fighting Microbial Infections from Escherichia coli O157:H7: The Combined Use of Three Essential Oils of the Cymbopogon Genus and a Derivative of Esculentin-1a Peptide.

Scotti R et al (2024).
Antibiotics (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/antibiotics13010086
PubMed:
38247645

Cymbopogon citratus Essential Oil in Controlling of Bacteria Associated with Oral Cavity of Dogs In Vitro and Dry Pet Feed.

Phytochemistry
Cunha Del Vechio MA et al (2024).
Foodborne Pathog Dis.
DOI:
10.1089/fpd.2023.0109
PubMed:
38227805

In vitro acaricidal activity of essential oils and their binary mixtures against ixodes scapularis (Acari: Ixodidae).

Anholeto LA et al (2024).
Ticks Tick Borne Dis.
DOI:
10.1016/j.ttbdis.2024.102309
PubMed:
38219289

Multi-biological activity assessment and phytochemical characterization of an aqueous extract of the Cymbopogon citratus grown in Palestine.

Phytochemistry
Rahhal B et al (2024).
BMC Complement Med Ther.
DOI:
10.1186/s12906-024-04338-z
PubMed:
38195607

Eco-friendly approaches of zinc oxide and silver nitrate nanoparticles along with plant extracts against Spodoptera litura (Fabricius) under laboratory conditions.

Shabir A, Sarwar ZM and Ali H (2023).
Sci Prog.
DOI:
10.1177/00368504231219171
PubMed:
38113117

Acute and Subchronic Toxicity Assessment of Conventional Soxhlet Cymbopogon citratus Leaves Extracts in Sprague-Dawley Rats.

Ayembilla JA et al (2023).
J Toxicol.
DOI:
10.1155/2023/8575741
PubMed:
38111630

Anti-nutrient contents and methane reduction potential of medicinal plants from maize stover based diet.

Chalchissa G, Nurfeta A and Andualem D (2023).
Heliyon.
DOI:
10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e21630
PubMed:
38027602

Biosynthesis of Al(2) O(3) and europium-doped Al(2) O(3) nanoparticle using Cymbopogon citratus (lemongrass) extract and its antibacterial property.

Tanwar SN et al (2023).
Luminescence.
DOI:
10.1002/bio.4616
PubMed:
37953062

In vitro and in silico prediction of antibacterial interaction between essential oils via graph embedding approach.

Yabuuchi H et al (2023).
Sci Rep.
DOI:
10.1038/s41598-023-46377-5
PubMed:
37919469

Biocontrol of Rice Seed-Associated Fungal Pathogens Using Green Synthesis Approaches.

Kiani BH et al (2023).
Foodborne Pathog Dis.
DOI:
10.1089/fpd.2023.0083
PubMed:
37917090

The Cytokinins BAP and 2-iP Modulate Different Molecular Mechanisms on Shoot Proliferation and Root Development in Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus).

Cárdenas-Aquino MDR et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12203637
PubMed:
37896100

Ethnobotanical Insights: Qualitative Analysis of Medicinal Plants in Colón Putumayo for Traditional Knowledge Preservation.

Summary

The study explored the ethnomedicinal properties of plants in the community of Colón Putumayo. They identified 38 plant species used for treating illnesses and prioritized 10 medicinal plants. The community's ancestral knowledge and cultural practices contribute to their local knowledge.

Ethnobotany
Bastidas-Bacca MA et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12193390
PubMed:
37836130

Optimized Extraction of Polyphenols from Unconventional Edible Plants: LC-MS/MS Profiling of Polyphenols, Biological Functions, Molecular Docking, and Pharmacokinetics Study.

Kiani HS et al (2023).
Molecules.
DOI:
10.3390/molecules28186703
PubMed:
37764478

Indigenous medicinal plants used in folk medicine for malaria treatment in Kwara State, Nigeria: an ethnobotanical study.

Summary

This study documents the use of medicinal plants in folk medicine for treating malaria in Nigeria. Understanding these traditional remedies could help improve healthcare delivery in underdeveloped countries battling with the deadly disease.

Ethnobotany
Evbuomwan IO, Stephen Adeyemi O and Oluba OM (2023).
BMC Complement Med Ther.
DOI:
10.1186/s12906-023-04131-4
PubMed:
37716985

Green Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Cymbopogon citratus Extract and Its Antibacterial Activity.

Mohammed YHI et al (2023).
ACS Omega.
DOI:
10.1021/acsomega.3c03908
PubMed:
37692252

Formulation of lemongrass oil (Cymbopogon citratus)-loaded solid lipid nanoparticles: an in vitro assessment study.

Ali A et al (2023).
3 Biotech.
DOI:
10.1007/s13205-023-03726-5
PubMed:
37641691

Biological Activity of Biosynthesized Silver Nanoaggregates Prepared from the Aqueous Extract of Cymbopogon citratus against Candida spp.

Al-Otibi F et al (2023).
Nanomaterials (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/nano13152198
PubMed:
37570516

Activity of volatiles induced by microbes and natural plants stifled the growth of Pythium aphanidermatum - the damping off in Tomato.

Thangaraj P et al (2023).
BMC Plant Biol.
DOI:
10.1186/s12870-023-04351-3
PubMed:
37563742

Microfluidizing Technique Application for Algerian Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf Effects Enhanced Volatile Content, Antimicrobial, and Anti-Mycotoxigenic Properties.

Summary

The study found that microfluidization process enhanced the antimicrobial and anti-mycotoxigenic properties of Algerian lemongrass essential oil, making it more effective against bacteria, fungi, and mycotoxins.

Antimicrobial
Boudechicha A et al (2023).
Molecules.
DOI:
10.3390/molecules28145367
PubMed:
37513240

First Report on the Synergistic Interaction between Essential Oils against the Pinewood Nematode Bursaphelenchus xylophilus.

Faria JMS et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12132438
PubMed:
37446999

Extraction, characterization of polyphenols from certain medicinal plants and evaluation of their antioxidant, antitumor, antidiabetic, antimicrobial properties, and potential use in human nutrition.

Summary

Dietary medicinal plants are highly valuable in alternative medicine, with disease-preventing and healing properties that can improve overall well-being and reduce disease risk, revolutionizing healthcare.

AntimicrobialCancerDiabetesImmunology
Mueed A et al (2023).
Front Nutr.
DOI:
10.3389/fnut.2023.1125106
PubMed:
37415912

Virtual screening of natural ligands from five resources to target Ralstonia solanacearum polygalacturonase and endoglucanase.

Etminani F and Barzegari E (2023).
3 Biotech.
DOI:
10.1007/s13205-023-03683-z
PubMed:
37404365

Validation of Broth Macrodilution Volatilization Method for Testing of Essential Oils in Liquid and Vapor Phase: Chemical Composition, Cytotoxicity, and Antibacterial Effect of Indian Medicinal Plants against Pneumonia-Causing Pathogens.

Chaure A et al (2023).
Molecules.
DOI:
10.3390/molecules28124625
PubMed:
37375180

Cymbopogon citratus Essential Oil: Extraction, GC-MS, Phytochemical Analysis, Antioxidant Activity, and In Silico Molecular Docking for Protein Targets Related to CNS.

ImmunologyPhytochemistry
Cortes-Torres AG et al (2023).
Curr Issues Mol Biol.
DOI:
10.3390/cimb45060328
PubMed:
37367077

In vitro and molecular docking evaluation of larvicidal effects of essential oils of five aromatic plants on the fall armyworm Spodoptera frugiperda JE. Smith (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) from Ivory Coast.

Kobenan KC et al (2023).
Chem Biodivers.
DOI:
10.1002/cbdv.202300411
PubMed:
37357831

Insights into the toxicity, biochemical activity, and molecular docking of Cymbopogon citratus essential oils and citral on Spodoptera littoralis (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae).

Moustafa MAM et al (2023).
J Econ Entomol.
DOI:
10.1093/jee/toad093
PubMed:
37289249

Cytoprotective Properties of Citronella Oil (Cymbopogon nardus (L.) Rendl.) and Lemongrass Oil (Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf) through Attenuation of Senescent-Induced Chemotherapeutic Agent Doxorubicin on Vero and NIH-3T3 Cells.

Salsabila DU et al (2023).
Asian Pac J Cancer Prev.
DOI:
10.31557/APJCP.2023.24.5.1667
PubMed:
37247287

Facile synthesis of benzimidazoles via oxidative cyclization of aliphatic aldehyde with o-phenylenediamines, by DIPEA: An antimicrobial and in vivo evaluation of zebrafish embryos.

Antimicrobial
Mariyappan V et al (2023).
Chem Biodivers.
DOI:
10.1002/cbdv.202300315
PubMed:
37246487

Anti-bacterial activity of Cymbopogon citratus nanoparticles against Vibrio species infecting aquatic organisms.

Santhana Lakshmi V, Ranjani S and Hemalatha S (2023).
Aquat Toxicol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.aquatox.2023.106583
PubMed:
37207486

The Complete Genome Sequence of Cymbopogon citratus (Poaceae, Poales), Lemon Grass.

Genetics
Chakravartty N, Randowski L and Pirro S (2023).
Biodivers Genomes.
DOI:
10.56179/001c.74871
PubMed:
37207024

Exploration of the nutritional and carotenoids profiles of vegetables in Thai cuisine as potential nutritious ingredients.

Suttisansanee U et al (2023).
Heliyon.
DOI:
10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15951
PubMed:
37205996

Biosynthesis-Based Al(2)O(3) Nanofiller from Cymbopogon citratus Leaf/Jute/Hemp/Epoxy-Based Hybrid Composites with Superior Mechanical Properties.

Natrayan L et al (2023).
Bioinorg Chem Appl.
DOI:
10.1155/2023/9299658
PubMed:
37125144

Cymbopogon citratus and Citral Overcome Doxorubicin Resistance in Cancer Cells via Modulating the Drug's Metabolism, Toxicity, and Multidrug Transporters.

Cancer
Mukhtar MH et al (2023).
Molecules.
DOI:
10.3390/molecules28083415
PubMed:
37110649

Experimental investigation of an indirect solar dryer with PCM-integrated solar collector as a thermal energy storage medium.

Bareen A et al (2023).
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int.
DOI:
10.1007/s11356-023-26690-2
PubMed:
37041357

Effect of Water Deficit on Germination, Growth and Biochemical Responses of Four Potentially Invasive Ornamental Grass Species.

Mircea DM et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12061260
PubMed:
36986948

In silico modeling revealed phytomolecules derived from Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) leaf extract as promising candidates for malaria therapy.

Evbuomwan IO et al (2023).
J Biomol Struct Dyn.
DOI:
10.1080/07391102.2023.2192799
PubMed:
36974933

Production of New Biopesticides from Cymbopogon citratus for the Control of Coffee Rust (Hemileia vastatrix) under Laboratory and Field Conditions.

Morales-Aranibar L et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/plants12051166
PubMed:
36904027

Ovicidal toxicity of plant essential oils and their major constituents against two mosquito vectors and their non-target aquatic predators.

Phytochemistry
Moungthipmalai T et al (2023).
Sci Rep.
DOI:
10.1038/s41598-023-29421-2
PubMed:
36746998

Combined impact of lemongrass and spearmint herbs on performance, serum metabolites, liver enzymes, and meat quality of broiler.

Rahman MA et al (2022).
J Adv Vet Anim Res.
DOI:
10.5455/javar.2022.i640
PubMed:
36714510

Effect of Adding Matricaria recutita L., Cymbopogon citratus, or Mentha piperita L. Extracts to Fermented Orange Beverage: Sensory Evaluation, Physicochemical Characterization, and Prediction of Toxic Risks and Biological Activity In Silico.

Phytochemistry
Mascarin LG et al (2023).
Foods.
DOI:
10.3390/foods12020243
PubMed:
36673335

A Comparative Study on Chemical Compositions and Biological Activities of Four Amazonian Ecuador Essential Oils: Curcuma longa L. (Zingiberaceae), Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf, (Poaceae), Ocimum campechianum Mill. (Lamiaceae), and Zingiber officinale Roscoe (Zingiberaceae).

Phytochemistry
Guerrini A et al (2023).
Antibiotics (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/antibiotics12010177
PubMed:
36671378

Enhanced antimicrobial and antioxidant capacity of Thymus vulgaris, Lippia sidoides, and Cymbopogon citratus emulsions when combined with mannosylerythritol a lipid biosurfactant.

Antimicrobial
Zanotto AW et al (2023).
Food Res Int.
DOI:
10.1016/j.foodres.2022.112213
PubMed:
36596143

The potency of herbal extracts and its green synthesized nanoparticle formulation as antibacterial agents against Streptococcus mutans associated biofilms.

Karnjana K et al (2022).
Biotechnol Rep (Amst).
DOI:
10.1016/j.btre.2022.e00777
PubMed:
36582762

A comprehensive approach to chitosan-gelatine edible coating with β-cyclodextrin/lemongrass essential oil inclusion complex - Characterization and food application.

Phytochemistry
Erceg T et al (2023).
Int J Biol Macromol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2022.12.132
PubMed:
36572079

Effect of the Addition of Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) on the Quality and Microbiological Stability of Craft Wheat Beers.

Belcar J and Gorzelany J (2022).
Molecules.
DOI:
10.3390/molecules27249040
PubMed:
36558173

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)-incorporated chitosan bioactive films for potential skincare applications.

Gaspar AL et al (2022).
Int J Pharm.
DOI:
10.1016/j.ijpharm.2022.122301
PubMed:
36270554

Antifungal and Antiaflatoxinogenic Effects of Cymbopogon citratus, Cymbopogon nardus, and Cymbopogon schoenanthus Essential Oils Alone and in Combination.

AntimicrobialPhytochemistry
Sawadogo I et al (2022).
J Fungi (Basel).
DOI:
10.3390/jof8020117
PubMed:
35205871

Cymbopogon citratus Protects Erythrocytes from Lipid Peroxidation in vitro.

De Oliveira E Silva F et al (2022).
Cardiovasc Hematol Agents Med Chem.
DOI:
10.2174/1871525719666210906122948
PubMed:
34488600

Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf, citral and geraniol exhibit anticonvulsant and neuroprotective effects in pentylenetetrazole-induced seizures in zebrafish.

Summary

C. citratus has been used as a traditional medicine due to its neurological effects. Researchers are exploring its potential as an alternative treatment for epilepsy, as current drugs have side effects.

Neuroscience
Hacke ACM et al (2021).
J Ethnopharmacol.
DOI:
10.1016/j.jep.2021.114142
PubMed:
33910044