Status:
valid
Authors:
Munzinger
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 245: 225 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344712
Description
Citronella hirsuta (also called Hairy Citronella, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to Australia. It has green foliage and yellow flowers. It grows in sandy soils in open woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Citronella hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Citronella hirsuta are small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a light green stem and two small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Citronella hirsuta is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden, and should be watered regularly. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Citronella hirsuta
Citronella hirsuta is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.
Citronella hirsuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Citronella hirsuta?
Citronella hirsuta
What is the common name of Citronella hirsuta?
Hairy Citronella
What is the natural habitat of Citronella hirsuta?
Citronella hirsuta is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Citronella genus
Citronella apogon,
Citronella costaricensis,
Citronella engleriana,
Citronella gongonha,
Citronella incarum,
Citronella latifolia,
Citronella lucidula,
Citronella macrocarpa,
Citronella melliodora,
Citronella moorei,
Citronella mucronata,
Citronella paniculata,
Citronella philippinensis,
Citronella samoensis,
Citronella sarmentosa,
Citronella silvatica,
Citronella smythii,
Citronella suaveolens,
Citronella vitiensis,
Citronella hirsuta,
Species in the Cardiopteridaceae family
Cardiopteris moluccana,
Cardiopteris quinqueloba,
Citronella apogon,
Citronella costaricensis,
Citronella engleriana,
Citronella gongonha,
Citronella incarum,
Citronella latifolia,
Citronella lucidula,
Citronella macrocarpa,
Citronella melliodora,
Citronella moorei,
Citronella mucronata,
Citronella paniculata,
Citronella philippinensis,
Citronella samoensis,
Citronella sarmentosa,
Citronella silvatica,
Citronella smythii,
Citronella suaveolens,
Citronella vitiensis,
Citronella hirsuta,
Dendrobangia boliviana,
Dendrobangia multinervia,
Gonocaryum calleryanum,
Gonocaryum cognatum,
Gonocaryum crassifolium,
Gonocaryum gracile,
Gonocaryum impressinervium,
Gonocaryum litorale,
Gonocaryum lobbianum,
Gonocaryum macrophyllum,
Gonocaryum minus,
Gonocaryum poilanei,
Gonocaryum sleumeri,
Leptaulus citrioides,
Leptaulus congolanus,
Leptaulus daphnoides,
Leptaulus grandifolius,
Leptaulus holstii,
Leptaulus madagascariensis,
Pseudobotrys dorae,
Pseudobotrys cauliflorus,
References
Jérôme Munzinger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munzinger' in the authors string.