Our SVM Exports Chrysopogon zizanioides, commonly known as
Vetiver and khus, is a perennial bunchgrass of the family Poaceae. Vetiver is
most closely related to Sorghum but shares many morphological characteristics
with other fragrant grasses, such as lemongrass, citronella, and palmarosa.
Vetiver is a large tufted bunchgrass and can reach up to 1.5 metres (5 feet)
in height. The thin leaves and stems are erect and rigid, and the plant bears
Small brown-purple flowers in long spikes. The fragrant roots grow downward
In the soil and can attain depths of more than 3 metres (10 feet) Scientific
Name: Chrysopogon zizanioides
Family: Poaceae |
