Plant of the day
Cymbopogon citratus
Lemongrass, Citronella Grass, Fever GrassGrass
Cymbopogon citratus, commonly known as West Indian lemon grass or simply lemon grass, is a tropical plant native to South Asia and Maritime Southeast Asia and introduced to many tropical regions.
FamilyPoaceae
GenusCymbopogon
NativeAsia
LifespanPerennial
History & Culture
History, cultural references, and traditional context for Cymbopogon citratus.
Historical Background
Cymbopogon citratus, commonly known as West Indian lemon grass or simply lemon grass, is a tropical plant native to South Asia and Maritime Southeast Asia and introduced to many tropical regions.
Cultural Significance
Timeline: Journey Through Time
LemonGrass has cultural context that is still being expanded.