Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
smythii
ID:
608393

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) R.A.Howard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 21: 475 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607725

Common Names

  • Citronella Smythii
  • Smythii Citronella
  • Smythii Lemon Grass

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Description

Citronella smythii (also called Smyth's Citronella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the geranium family, Geraniaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers, and its leaves are pinnate. It is native to South Africa, and it can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Citronella smythii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used to make perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citronella smythii is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citronella smythii can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -4°C.

Where to Find Citronella smythii

Citronella smythii is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It can be found in wetlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Citronella smythii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citronella smythii?

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Poaceae

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Richard Alden Howard (1917-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Howard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:607732-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.