Cymbopogon
Lemongrass
A low-maintenance evergreen perennial grass that can be used as a shrub.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Cymbopogon |
Common Name | Lemongrass |
Also Known As | Barbed wire grass, Silky heads, Cochin grass, Malabar grass |
SA Tree No​ | |
Tree Type | Evergreen |
Attracts | Bees |
Features | |
Flowering Season | |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | Yes |
Frost Tolerance | Semi-Hardy |
Fruiting Season | Winter, Spring |
Growth Rate | Fast >500mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | No |
Origin | Exotic |
Soil pH | |
Root System | Not Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam, Well Drained |
Suitable Garden Size | Small, Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun |
Fruit, Citrus & Nut Trees Pricing
Bag Size | Price Range Incl. VAT |
|---|---|
4L / 5L
| NA
|
7L / 10L
| R40-R400
|
20L
| R300-R500
|
50L
| R600-R800
|
100L / 200L
| R900-R2000
|
Description
Lemongrass grows best in full sun conditions and is well suited for indoor or container planting. It’s easy to care for and it loves rich, sandy, loamy soil. Its woody, coarse stalks have a lemon scent.
Lemongrass is fast-growing and can be used as ornamental grass and as a tasty herb. It has a mixture of citrus, lemon and a bit of mint flavour and is often used in teas and dipping sauces.
Lemongrass may contain cyanogenic glycosides which can be toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
- Young trees need to be protected from frost
- Tolerates temperatures as low as 5°C
- Estimated height: 1.5m
- Estimated width: 90cm
- Planting distance: 70cm
Cultivar: West Indian lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus) and East Indian lemon grass (Cymbopogon flexuosus).
Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.
Water requirements: Needs 25ml of per week.
Fun facts: Lemongrass contains small amounts of minerals and vitamins like calcium, potassium, iron, vitamin C and A.
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