Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
queenslandicus
ID:
861757

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.T.Blake

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Contr. Queensland Herb. 17: 53 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861092

Common Names

  • Queenslandicus Lemongrass
  • Queenslandicus Citronella Grass
  • Queenslandicus West Indian Lemongrass

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Description

Cymbopogon queenslandicus (also called Lemon Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are long, thin, and fragrant, and its flowers are small and white.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbopogon queenslandicus is used for medicinal purposes, as an insect repellent, and to make essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymbopogon queenslandicus is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbopogon queenslandicus is a perennial grass that is native to Australia. It is usually propagated by seed, but can also be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11.

Where to Find Cymbopogon queenslandicus

Cymbopogon queenslandicus is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Cymbopogon queenslandicus FAQ

What is the common name of Cymbopogon queenslandicus?

Queensland Lemon Grass

What is the origin of Cymbopogon queenslandicus?

Native to Australia

What is the growth habit of Cymbopogon queenslandicus?

It is an evergreen perennial grass

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

Stanley Thatcher Blake (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.T.Blake' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:397001-1: 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].