🐾

giant turpentine grass

Cymbopogon nardus

Not Evaluated

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).

Names in Other Languages

Spanish zacate limón
French citronnelle de Ceylan
German dichtblättriges Zitronellagras
Portuguese capim-de-cheiro

Similar Species in Cymbopogon

Explore More

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of giant turpentine grass?
The scientific name of giant turpentine grass is Cymbopogon nardus. It belongs to the genus Cymbopogon.
Where does giant turpentine grass live?
giant turpentine grass 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 giant turpentine grass belong to?
giant turpentine grass (Cymbopogon nardus) belongs to the genus Cymbopogon, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
What kingdom does giant turpentine grass belong to?
giant turpentine grass (Cymbopogon nardus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).
What are the closest relatives of giant turpentine grass?
The closest relatives of giant turpentine grass in the genus Cymbopogon include geranium grass, ginger grass, Lemon grass, Silky Heads, kachi grass.

Native Range — 11 Countries

Nature FYI Family

Explore more of the natural world across our sister sites.

Part of the Nature FYI family — FYIPedia