lemongrass
Cymbopogon procerus (R.Br.) Domin
Cymbopogon procerus is a species in the genus Cymbopogon, belonging to the grass family Poaceae. It is commonly known as lemongrass and is native to regions including the Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku, New Guinea, New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, Sulawesi, and Western Australia. The species was first described in 1915.
Description
Cymbopogon procerus is a member of the Poaceae family, a large and economically important group of grasses. It is distributed across several regions in Australia and nearby islands. The species is recognized by the common name lemongrass, which refers to its characteristic citrus-like scent. The scientific name was established in 1915 and is attributed to the author (R.Br.) Domin.
Other common names
lemongrassscented oil grass
Distribution
Lesser Sunda Is. · Maluku · New Guinea · New South Wales · Northern Territory · Queensland · Sulawesi · Western Australia
Synonyms
Andropogon exaltatusAndropogon procerusCymbopogon exaltatusSchizachyrium mitchellianumSorghum exaltatumSorghum procerum