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2. Do Citronella Candles Work? Because the Mosquitos Are ... - AOL

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   As the name suggests, citronella candles are simply regular candles made with a generous amount of citronella, an essential oil derived from fragrant Asian grass belonging to the Cymbopogon genius ...

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4. Citronella oil - Wikipedia

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   Citronella oil is an essential oil obtained from the leaves and stems of different species of Cymbopogon (lemongrass). The oil is used extensively as a source of perfumery chemicals such as citronellal, citronellol, and geraniol. These chemicals find extensive use in soap, candles and incense, perfumery, cosmetic, and flavouring industries ...

5. 7 mosquito repellent options to try in your backyard - AOL

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   Quick Overview. Deet-free repellent for kids. BuzzPatch Mosquito Patch Stickers for Kids. $15 at Amazon. All-natural essential oil-based spray. Murphy's Naturals Lemon Eucalyptus Oil Insect ...

6. 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.

7. Pelargonium 'citrosum' - Wikipedia

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   Pelargonium 'citrosum' (often sold by the invalid binomial name Pelargonium citrosum[1]) is a perennial subshrub with fragrant leaves that are reminiscent of citronella. [2] Pelargonium 'citrosum'. P. 'citrosum' is marketed as "mosquito plant" or " citrosa geranium " in stores in the United States and Canada, even though research from the ...

8. The Best Mosquito Repellents to Keep Those Pesky Bugs Away - AOL

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   Keep yourself and your home, patio, and backyard mosquito-free with the best mosquito repellents, including sprays, wipes, balms, and citronella candles.

9. Citronellal - Wikipedia

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   Citronellal or rhodinal (C 10 H 18 O) is a mono terpenoid aldehyde, the main component in the mixture of terpenoid chemical compounds that give citronella oil its distinctive lemon scent. Citronellal is a main isolate in distilled oils from the plants Cymbopogon (excepting C. citratus, culinary lemongrass), [3] lemon-scented gum, and lemon ...