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zacate limón

Cymbopogon nardus

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda), Asia (China, Laos, Taiwan), North America (Dominica, Jamaica, Mexico), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Cymbopogon

Species

Cymbopogon nardus (zacate limón)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish zacate limón

French citronnelle de Ceylan

German dichtblättriges Zitronellagras

Portuguese capim-de-cheiro

Similar Species in Cymbopogon

Cymbopogon schoenanthus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of zacate limón?

The scientific name of zacate limón is Cymbopogon nardus. It belongs to the genus Cymbopogon.

Where does zacate limón live?

zacate limón is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda), Asia (China, Laos, Taiwan), North America (Dominica, Jamaica, Mexico), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, China, Colombia, Dominica, Jamaica, Kenya, Laos, Mexico, Nigeria, Taiwan.

What family does zacate limón belong to?

zacate limón (Cymbopogon nardus) belongs to the genus Cymbopogon, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does zacate limón belong to?

zacate limón (Cymbopogon nardus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of zacate limón?

The closest relatives of zacate limón in the genus Cymbopogon include palmarosa, pasto de camellos, pasto de Malabar, pasto limón, Silky Heads.