Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
608394

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) R.A.Howard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607726

Common Names

  • Citronella Suaveolens
  • Suaveolens Citronella
  • Suaveolens Lemon Grass

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Description

Citronella suaveolens (also called Sweet-smelling 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 suaveolens 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

Citronella suaveolens has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citronella suaveolens 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 suaveolens

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

Citronella suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citronella suaveolens?

Citronella suaveolens

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Citronella

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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

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' 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:607733-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.