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Cymbopogon citratus
Lemongrass, Citronella Grass, Fever GrassGrass
Cymbopogon citratus, commonly known as West Indian lemon grass or simply lemon grass, is a tropical plant native to South Asia and Maritime Southeast Asia and introduced to many tropical regions.
FamilyPoaceae
GenusCymbopogon
NativeAsia
LifespanPerennial
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Explore additional details about Hibiscus rosa-sinensis.
Botanical Information
Scientific NameCymbopogon citratus
Common NameLemonGrass
FamilyPoaceae
GenusCymbopogon
Physical Characteristics
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Environmental Information
Pests & Diseases
- Aphids
- Whiteflies
- Spider mites
- Mealybugs
- Thrips
- Leaf spot
- Root rot
- Powdery mildew
- Rust
Additional Notes Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia and a popular ornamental plant used in hedges, borders, and containers.