Citronella, leaf
The bundle of tightly-packed, grey-green leaves of the citronella plant. This term can be used to describe the leaf both citronella grass (Cymbopogon nardus and Cymbopogon winterianum, which contain a mosquito repellent compound and are used for citronella oil extraction) and the edible citronella (Cymbopogon citratus). To further specify the species, use the [variety](/schema/Product#variety) field.
Also known as: Cymbopogon; Lemongrass; Barbed wire grass; Silky heads; Cochin grass; Malabar grass; Oily heads
- Term type: Crop
- Units: kg
- Scientific name: Cymbopogon spp.
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References
HESTIA Glossary