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capim-de-cheiro

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).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Cymbopogon

Species

Cymbopogon nardus (capim-de-cheiro)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish zacate limón

French citronnelle de Ceylan

German dichtblättriges Zitronellagras

Portuguese capim-de-cheiro

Similar Species in Cymbopogon

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capim-catinga

Cymbopogon schoenanthus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of capim-de-cheiro?

The scientific name of capim-de-cheiro is Cymbopogon nardus. It belongs to the genus Cymbopogon.

Where does capim-de-cheiro live?

capim-de-cheiro 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 capim-de-cheiro belong to?

capim-de-cheiro (Cymbopogon nardus) belongs to the genus Cymbopogon, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

What kingdom does capim-de-cheiro belong to?

capim-de-cheiro (Cymbopogon nardus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of capim-de-cheiro?

The closest relatives of capim-de-cheiro in the genus Cymbopogon include capim-catinga, capim-cheiroso, capim-limão, capim-limão, Silky Heads.