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Hemerocallis citrina can reach a height of 90–120 centimetres (35–47 in). It has bright green, linear arching leaves about 40 cm long. Flowers are lemon yellow, trumpet-shaped, showy and very fragrant, about 15 centimetres (5.9 in) in diameter.
Instead of sprays or bug zappers, some gardeners grow citronella plants to repel mosquitoes naturally. Here's how to grow and care for Pelargonium citrosum.
Cardiopteridaceae is a eudicot family of flowering plants. It consists of about 43 species of trees, shrubs, and woody vines, mostly of the tropics, but with a few in temperate regions. [2] It contains six genera, the largest of which is Citronella, with 21 species. The other genera are much smaller. [3]
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The leaves of the plant are 5–30 cm (2.0–11.8 in) in length and are 1–4 mm (0.039–0.157 in) wide, and smooth on both faces. The crushed leaf gives off a strong citrus-like scent. The inflorescence of the plant, or the collections of flowers , are composed of 10–30 cm (3.9–11.8 in) long section of spikelets largely concealed by long ...
Does citronella repel mosquitoes? Experts weigh in on the effectiveness of citronella mosquito plants and citronella candles for mosquito control.
Cymbopogon nardus, common name citronella grass, is a species of perennial aromatic plant from the family Poaceae, originating in tropical Asia. C. nardus cannot be eaten because of its unpalatable nature and is an invasive species that renders pastureland useless, since cattle will starve even in its abundance.
The plant appears to be a cultivar of Pelargonium graveolens. The citronella geranium is not to be confused with others that are also called "mosquito plant", nor with the group of plants also known as citronella grass, or with Citronella mucronata (Chilean Citronella). Pelargonium 'citrosum' is hardy to USDA Zone 10–11. [5]