Citronella Horse Balm
NameCitronella Horse Balm
Species NameCollinsonia canadensis
Common NameCitronella Horse Balm
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)2
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage Typebroadleaf deciduous
Height (cm)70
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesProminent spikes of pale yellow flowers; large, textured leaves; known for its lemon-scented foliage when crushed.
Description
This is a wild herbaceous plant, not a bonsai specimen. It exhibits large, ovate, serrated leaves and tall, branching inflorescences of small, pale yellow flowers. The plant is growing naturally in a woodland environment.
