A citronella plant

Citronella

Latin Name/Nombre Latino: Cymbopogon nardus

Family: Poaceae

Other names: Ceylon citronella, citronella grass

Culinary use

It is often used in teas and desserts

Medicinal use

The aroma is good for keeping mosquitoes away. The oil is used to expel worms or other parasites from the intestines. It is also used to control muscle spasms, increase appetite, and increase urine production.

SOURCES

Plants of the World Online

Useful Tropical Plants