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citronnelle de Ceylan

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 (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Cymbopogon

Species

Cymbopogon nardus (citronnelle de Ceylan)

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 citronnelle de Ceylan?

The scientific name of citronnelle de Ceylan is Cymbopogon nardus. It belongs to the genus Cymbopogon.

Where does citronnelle de Ceylan live?

citronnelle de Ceylan 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 citronnelle de Ceylan belong to?

citronnelle de Ceylan (Cymbopogon nardus) belongs to the genus Cymbopogon, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does citronnelle de Ceylan belong to?

citronnelle de Ceylan (Cymbopogon nardus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of citronnelle de Ceylan?

The closest relatives of citronnelle de Ceylan in the genus Cymbopogon include gingergrass, herbe à chameau, herbe citron, herbe de Malabar, Silky Heads.