Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
tungmaiensis
ID:
861804

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Liu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Xizang. 5: 331 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861139

Common Names

  • Tungmai Lemon Grass
  • Tungmai Citronella Grass
  • Tungmai Grass

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Description

Cymbopogon tungmaiensis (also called Tungmai lemongrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Thailand. It has long, thin, green leaves and grows in moist, shady areas. It is often used as a culinary herb.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbopogon tungmaiensis is used as an insect repellent and as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used to flavor food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymbopogon tungmaiensis is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbopogon tungmaiensis is a perennial grass native to India and Sri Lanka. It is a fast-growing grass that can reach up to 1.5 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through seed, but it can also be propagated through division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Cymbopogon tungmaiensis

Cymbopogon tungmaiensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Cymbopogon tungmaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopogon tungmaiensis?

Cymbopogon tungmaiensis

What type of plant is Cymbopogon tungmaiensis?

Grass

Where is Cymbopogon tungmaiensis native to?

Vietnam

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

Liang Liu (1933-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Liu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:934193-1: 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].