Cymbopogon schoenanthus (L.) Spreng.
Frost tender tufted grass with erect stems and a much-branched, ornamental inflorescence. To 30cm. [RHSD, Hortus].
Horticultural & Botanical History
Introduced to Britain in 1786. [PD]. This fragrant grass has found medicinal uses and is the source of the fragrant oil called Indian Geranium.
History at Camden Park
Listed only in the 1857 catalogue [T.360/1857]. Plants were obtained from the Sydney Botanic Garden on 17th October 1853. [RBGS AB].
Notes
An ornamental grass, smaller than but similar to Cymbopogon citratus, Lemon grass, and C. nardus, Citronella, both of economic importance.
Published Feb 26, 2009 - 04:17 PM | Last updated Mar 29, 2010 - 05:02 PM
| Family | Poaceae |
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| Region of origin | North Africa to North India |
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| Common Name | Camel hay |
| Name in the Camden Park Record | Cymbopogon Schoenanthus |
| Confidence level | high |