Cymbopogon nardus
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Poales |
| Family: | Poaceae |
| Subfamily: | Panicoideae |
| Genus: | Cymbopogon |
| Species: | C. nardus
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Cymbopogon nardus, common name citronella grass, is a perennial aromatic plant from the family Poaceae, originating in tropical Asia.
- It is the source of an essential oil known as "citronella oil".
- Cannot be eaten because of its unpalatable nature.
- Is an invasive species that renders pastureland useless as cattle will starve even in its abundance.
Ethnobotanical uses[]
Essential oils are extracted from the aerial parts, and are applied topically as an insect repellent.
References[]
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