Cymbopogon nardus (Citronella Grass) - Image 3

Botanical name: Cymbopogon nardus

Common names: Citronella Grass, Nardus, Nard Grass, Mana Grass

Family: Poaceae    (Formerly:Poaceae / Gramineae)

Subfamily: Panicoideae

Origin: southeast Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyOrnamental foliageSpice or herb plantDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plant
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Cymbopogon nardus green grass plant clump with long narrow arching blade leaves
Cymbopogon nardus clump has numerous narrow blades of green grass.
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