Cymbopogon Grass
Cymbopogon winterianus
- Native to:
- Borneo, Jawa, Sumatera
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Cymbopogon
- Species:
- Cymbopogon winterianus
- USDA Symbol:
- CYWI6
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 200 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
- Fire Ecology:
- Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
- Fire Notes:
- As a tropical grass, it resprouts vigorously from the base after fire or cutting.
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- fertile, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to tropical regions, prefers warm climates
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 7–21 days
- Notes:
- Seeds require warm temperatures (20-30°C) and light for optimal germination. Fresh seed germinates best.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI