Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa
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Taxon
Chrysopogon zizanioides
Common name:
Vetiver grass
Family:
Poaceae (Grass)
Distribution:
India
IUCN Red list:
Not evaluated
Comments:
Vetiver has favourable qualities for animal feed. From the roots, oil is extracted and used for cosmetics, aromatherapy, herbal skincare and Ayurvedic soap. Due to its fibrous properties, the plant can also be used for handicrafts, ropes and more.
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Plants and people - crops, medicinal, etc.
(Plants and people)
• Accession: 1999-883/1 • Provenance: Unrecorded
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