Vettiver
Type:
Herbaceous plant
Plant Profile
Botanical Name:
Chrysopogon zizanioides
Common Name:
Khus Khus
Description
Vetiver grass is grown for many purposes. The plant helps to stabilise soil and protects it against erosion, but it can also protect fields against pests
How to Care
Watering
In dry weather, water every day making sure to keep the soil moist . In wet and cold weather thrice a week. Advised to use Aquaguard water to avoid a residue buildup of white spots on the leaves
Temperature & Humidity
The plant does well not only at room temperature but also in a warm environment . Spritz with water once a day to maintain humidity in warm weather
Sunlight
Bright, indirect sunlight
Feeding / Fertilizer requirement
Apply organic feed like vermicompost, all-purpose plant food once in 15 days if using synthetic fertilizer like NPK. Foliar spray once a week.
Re-potting frequency
Once in a 1- 2 years or when the plant doubles in size
Pest / Diseases
Reasonably pest resistant. Stagnation of water on leaves leads to bacterial infections. Prone to Root rot , Aphids And Mealybugs . Use of Neem Oil is advised .
Propagation
Propagation is from seeds or stem cuttings.
Special feature
Vetiver is sometimes applied directly to the skin for relieving stress, as well as for emotional traumas and shock, lice, and repelling insects. It is also used for arthritis, stings, and burns.
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