Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides)
Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizanioides) is a perennial grass valued for its fragrant roots, used in perfumery and for erosion control.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-draining, fertile loam. Can grow in sandy or clay soils.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with balanced fertilizer during growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Best flowering in bright light.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water more frequently during active growth.
Tolerant of a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-draining, fertile loam. Can grow in sandy or clay soils.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range 20-30 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with balanced fertilizer during growing season.
Every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Grass
Plant Category
Foliage, Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-3 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Linear
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderPoales
- familyPoaceae
- genusChrysopogon
- speciesChrysopogon zizanioides
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No