Palmarosa

Cymbopogon martinii, Poaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pest ConfuserBeneficial Insect HabitatMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Snyder's MorelMorchella snyderi

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Silver BluestemAndropogon saccharoides

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator SharingPest Deterrent

String bambooGigantochloa apus

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Weaver's BambooBambusa textilis

Physical SupportPest Deterrent

Java Black BambooGigantochloa atroviolacea

Shade ProvisionWind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Needle SpikerushEleocharis acicularis

Aromatic grasses like palmarosa contain allelopathic compounds that can inhibit growth of sensitive wetland plants

Uses

Functions

Essential Oil ProductionPest DeterrentSoil Erosion ControlAromatherapy

Medicinal Uses

AntisepticAntimicrobialAromatherapy

Common Questions

What zones does Palmarosa grow in?

Palmarosa grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Palmarosa?

Good companions for Palmarosa include Snyder's Morel, Silver Bluestem, String bamboo, Weaver's Bamboo, Java Black Bamboo.

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