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citronella, common name for a grass, Cymbopogon nardus, the source of oil of citronella, used in perfumes and soaps and as an insect repellent. The plant, with bluish green, lemon-scented leaves, is cultivated in Java and Sri Lanka. Citronella is classified in the division Magnoliophyta Magnoliophyta (măg'nōlēŏf`ətə) ..... Click the link for more information. , class Liliopsida, order Cyperales, family Gramineae. citronella 1. a tropical Asian grass, Cymbopogon (or Andropogon) nardus, with bluish-green lemon-scented leaves 2. the yellow aromatic oil obtained from this grass, used in insect repellents, soaps, perfumes, etc. citronella [‚si·trə′nel·ə] (botany) Cymbopogon nardus.A tropical grass; the source of citronella oil. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The citrus-scented types, in the manner of citronella candles, are purported to have some effect in keeping mosquitoes at bay. Another alternative is Bug'n'Out, a natural, nontoxic biting insect repellent spray that uses a four percent concentration of citronella oil to safely and effectively repel fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, gnats, biting flies and chiggers. Researchers have used the fragrant grass extract known as citronella oil to make food cartons that discourage insect infestation. |
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