cymbopogon grass
Cymbopogon winterianus Jowitt ex Bor
Cymbopogon winterianus, known as cymbopogon grass, is a perennial aromatic plant in the Poaceae family. It is native to western Malesia and is cultivated for its essential oil, Citronella oil, used in perfumery and cosmetics.
Description
Cymbopogon winterianus is a member of the grass family (Poaceae) and is recognized for its aromatic properties. It is primarily grown for the production of Citronella oil, which is used in perfumes and cosmetic products. The species is distributed across several regions, including India, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, China, and parts of Central and South America. First described in 1965 by Jowitt ex Bor, it is commonly referred to as Java citronella. The plant is valued for its essential oil, which is extracted from its leaves and stems.
Other common names
cymbopogon grass
Distribution
TW · IN · DM · Antioquia · BR · Borneo · China South-Central · China Southeast · Colombia · Costa Rica · Hainan · Jawa · Nicaragua · Sri Lanka · Sumatera · Trinidad-Tobago