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, class Liliopsida, order Cyperales, family Gramineae. Citronella's powerful lemony aroma makes it particularly useful as an air freshener or insect repellent. Its deodorant and stimulating qualities are excellent for tired, sweaty feet. It is also used in the treatment of excessive perspiration, fatigue, headache, oily skin, and as an insect repellent and in combination with other chemicals is used in such industries and processing plants.
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