Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
clandestinus
ID:
861622

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees ex Steud.) Stapf

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Imp. Inst. Gr. Brit. 27: 458 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000860957

Common Names

  • Clan Lemon Grass
  • Clan Citronella Grass
  • Clan Oil Grass

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Description

Cymbopogon clandestinus (also called Hidden lemongrass, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial grass that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of Southeast Asia. It prefers warm and humid climates and is often found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb in cooking.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbopogon clandestinus is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of essential oils, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymbopogon clandestinus is small, white, and has a sweet scent. The seed is small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Cymbopogon clandestinus can be done through seed or vegetative propagation. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Vegetative propagation can be done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cymbopogon clandestinus

Cymbopogon clandestinus is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, open habitats such as grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.

Cymbopogon clandestinus FAQ

What is the common name of Cymbopogon clandestinus?

Hidden lemongrass

What is the scientific name of Hidden lemongrass?

Cymbopogon clandestinus

What are the uses of Hidden lemongrass?

Hidden lemongrass is used in cooking, aromatherapy, and traditional medicine.

Species in the Cymbopogon genus

Cymbopogon ambiguus, Cymbopogon annamensis, Cymbopogon bhutanicus, Cymbopogon bombycinus, Cymbopogon caesius, Cymbopogon calcicola, Cymbopogon calciphilus, Cymbopogon cambodgiensis, Cymbopogon citratus, Cymbopogon clandestinus, Cymbopogon coloratus, Cymbopogon commutatus, Cymbopogon densiflorus, Cymbopogon dependens, Cymbopogon dieterlenii, Cymbopogon distans, Cymbopogon exsertus, Cymbopogon flexuosus, Cymbopogon gidarba, Cymbopogon giganteus, Cymbopogon globosus, Cymbopogon goeringii, Cymbopogon gratus, Cymbopogon jwarancusa, Cymbopogon khasianus, Cymbopogon liangshanensis, Cymbopogon mandalaiaensis, Cymbopogon marginatus, Cymbopogon martini, Cymbopogon mekongensis, Cymbopogon microstachys, Cymbopogon microthecus, Cymbopogon minor, Cymbopogon minutiflorus, Cymbopogon nardus, Cymbopogon nervatus, Cymbopogon obtectus, Cymbopogon osmastonii, Cymbopogon pendulus, Cymbopogon polyneuros, Cymbopogon pospischilii, Cymbopogon procerus, Cymbopogon pruinosus, Cymbopogon queenslandicus, Cymbopogon quinhonensis, Cymbopogon rectus, Cymbopogon refractus, Cymbopogon schoenanthus, Cymbopogon tortilis, Cymbopogon traninhensis,

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:396899-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].