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  2. Citronella oil - Wikipedia

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    Citronella oil is used especially as a mosquito repellent, [11] particularly for Aedes aegypti (dengue fever mosquito). [12] Research also indicates that citronella oil is an effective repellent for body lice , head lice , and stable flies .

  3. 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.

  4. Cymbopogon nardus - Wikipedia

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    It is the source of an essential oil known as citronella oil, which is widely used for its natural insect-repelling properties. Essential oils are extracted from the aerial parts and applied topically or slowly burned (e.g. in a "citronella candle") as an insect repellent, particularly to deter haematophagous insects such as mosquitoes.

  5. Eight ways to repel insects without bug spray - AOL

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    A tea from the leaves can have a calming effect in humans and the plant can repel mosquitoes and other flying insects. The easiest way to use the plant is to crush the fresh leaves and stems onto ...

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    Mosquito Repellent Lantern. Like its brand-mate in this round-up, the Thermacell E55, this Thermacell device is meant to keep mosquitoes from flying into your space with the use of a odor-free ...

  7. Cymbopogon citratus - Wikipedia

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    Cymbopogon citratus, commonly known as West Indian lemon grass or simply lemon grass, [3] is a tropical plant native to South Asia and Maritime Southeast Asia and introduced to many tropical regions. [4] Cymbopogon citratus is often sold in stem form. While it can be grown in warmer temperate regions, such as the UK, it is not hardy to frost.

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    3. ORTHO HOME DEFENSE BACKYARD MOSQUITO KILLER FOGGER. Best for grassy areas. Pros: Easy to use, works on shrubs, bushes and grassy areas Cons: Not pet-friendly Get rid of pesky mosquitoes but ...

  9. Cymbopogon schoenanthus - Wikipedia

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    Cymbopogon schoenanthus is often made into a common herbal tea.C. schoenanthus oil (called lemongrass oil or camel grass oil) is also used as a tonic and fragrance additive in personal care and cosmetic products such as hair dye, shampoo/conditioner, moisturizer/lotion, bath oil, exfoliant/scrub, anti-aging treatment, and acne treatment.

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