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  2. List of pest-repelling plants - Wikipedia

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    repel roaches, ants, the Japanese beetle, ticks, silverfish, lice, fleas, bedbugs, and root-knot nematodes [2] Citronella grass: repels insects, may deter cats [5] Clovers: repel aphids and wireworms [3] Common lantana: repels mosquitoes [1] Coriander: repels aphids, Colorado potato beetle, and spider mites [3] Cosmos: repel the corn earworm ...

  3. Strewing herb - Wikipedia

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    Often strewn in churches. Kills and repels insects. Rose: Petals only. Camphor laurel: Also known as Mawdelin (from the New Testament episode of the anointing of the feet of Jesus Christ by Mary Magdalen) Cotton lavender: Insect repellent. Sage: Insect repellent. Tansy: Insect repellent. Basil: Costmary: Cowslips: Daisies (all kinds of) Sweet ...

  4. Cymbopogon - Wikipedia

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    Citronella grass (Cymbopogon nardus and Cymbopogon winterianus) grow to about 2 metres (6 + 1 ⁄ 2 ft) and have magenta-colored base stems.These species are used for the production of citronella oil, which is used in soaps, as an insect repellent (especially mosquitoes and houseflies) in insect sprays and candles, and aromatherapy.

  5. 15 Ways to Repel Bugs Naturally (and Cheaply) - AOL

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    Oil of lemon eucalyptus is a long-lasting, effective way to repel mosquitoes and ticks, according to the CDC. A half-ounce bottle of lemon eucalyptus oil costs less than $7, and only a small ...

  6. Why kids getting lice freaks us out: What to know about ... - AOL

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    When your child is the temporary home for these blood-sucking freeloaders, the social issue can sometimes be more overwhelming than the physical issue.

  7. Insect repellent - Wikipedia

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    Insect repellents help prevent and control the outbreak of insect-borne (and other arthropod-bourne) diseases such as malaria, Lyme disease, dengue fever, bubonic plague, river blindness, and West Nile fever. Pest animals commonly serving as vectors for disease include insects such as flea, fly, and mosquito; and ticks (arachnids). [citation ...

  8. Cymbopogon nardus - Wikipedia

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    Cymbopogon nardus, common name citronella grass, is a species of perennial aromatic plant from the family Poaceae, originating in tropical Asia. C. nardus cannot be eaten because of its unpalatable nature and is an invasive species that renders pastureland useless, since cattle will starve even in its abundance.

  9. How to Prune Lavender for Fragrant Blooms That Last All ... - AOL

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    Lavender is a bushy perennial herb that fills the garden with a heady fragrance. While this herb is relatively low-maintenance, it needs to be pruned during the growing season to stay prolific.