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What is scientific name for citronella?
The scientific name for citronella is Cymbopogon nardus.
What type of root system does lemongrass have?
Lemongrass typically has a fibrous root system, consisting of thin, branching roots that spread out near the surface of the soil. These roots help the plant efficiently absorb nutrients and water from the surrounding soil.
What are the physical characteristics of the lemongrass plant?
Slightly hairy stems tinged with purple may grow to 6 ft (2 m). Leaves about 4 in (10 cm) long with numerous lance-shaped segments. Small reddish-yellow disk flowers cluster in long spikes. And more . . .
Does citronella oil comes from lemon grass?
Yes, citronella oil is derived from certain varieties of lemongrass plants, such as Cymbopogon nardus or Cymbopogon winterianus. The oil is extracted through steam distillation of the leaves and stems of these plants.
What is lemon grass scientific name?
The scientific name for lemongrass is Cymbopogon citratus.
Is citronella a type of wax?
No, it's a word used for a variety of plants. Citronella candles are candles scented with citronella oil, oil from from plants in the Cymbopogon genus (lemongrass).
What is the difference between citronella and lemon grass?
Citronella has wider leaf blades and red pseudostem and common species for essential oil extraction is Cymbopogon nardus. Cymbopogon citratus, which has a sleeker leaf blade and green pseudostem, is lemongrass. Lemongrass is more for cooking, citronella is more for aromatherapy.
What are the common names of lemongrass?
Common names for lemongrass include citronella grass, barbed wire grass, silky heads, and fever grass.
What insects are citronella candles said to be a repellant for?
Citronella is an oil which is used to repel Mosquito's. It is extracted from the leaves and stems of Cymbopogon which is commonly known as lemongrass.
What substance is in lemon grass?
Citronella oil is one of the essential oils obtained from the leaves and stems of different species of lemongrass.
What is Citronella plant in Tagalog?
Citronella is, a lemon grass
How do you use the plant of citronella?
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Which essential oils repel which specific insects?
All of these are good for repelling all insects: Citronella, geranium, lavender, lemon, lemongrass and thyme.
What is a palmarosa?
A palmarosa is a plant related to lemongrass, with a rose fragrance.
Where can you buy essential oil in Philippines?
Body Shop sells essential oils. We sell organic and unadulterated 100 %natural citronella and lemongrass EOs at Khesed Tea & Oils in Facebook :)
How can I propagate a citronella plant?
To propagate a citronella plant, you can take stem cuttings from a healthy plant, dip them in rooting hormone, and plant them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until roots develop.
Do citronella plants keep mosquitoes away?
Yes, Citronella plant has a very repelling smell for the mosquitoes hence it keeps mosquitoes away.
