Cymbopogon nardus

Cymbopogon nardus
Cymbopogon
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
(unranked): Angiosperms
(unranked): Monocots
(unranked): Commelinids
Order: Poales
Family: Poaceae
Genus: Cymbopogon
Spreng.
Species: C. nardus
Binomial name
Cymbopogon nardus
(L.) Rendle

Cymbopogon nardus is a perennial of the Poaceae grass family, originating in tropical Asia.

  • 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.

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