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  2. Chrysopogon zizanioides - Wikipedia

    • This oil is known as khus or khas, and in India is considered superior to the oil obtained from the cultivated variety. It is rarely found in commerce outside of India, as most of it is consumed within the country. See more

    Overview

    Chrysopogon zizanioides, commonly known as vetiver and khus, is a perennial bunchgrass of the family Poaceae.
    Vetiver is most closely related to Sorghum while sharing many morphological characterist… See more

    Etymology

    Vetiver is derived from the Tamil வெட்டிவேர் (veṭṭivēr) meaning 'root that is dug up', via French vétyver. In Northern India it is also called khus ('grass', not to be confused with khus khus, which refers to … See more

    History

    During the reign of Harshavardhan, Kannauj became the biggest centre for aromatic trade and for the first time, a vetiver tax was introduced. See more

    Description

    Vetiver grows to 150 centimetres (5 ft) high and forms clumps as wide. Under favorable conditions, the erect culms can reach three metres in height. The stems are tall and the leaves are long, thin, and rather rigid. The flowers are … See more

    Cultivation

    Originally from India, C. zizanioides is widely cultivated in tropical regions. The major vetiver producers include Haiti, India, Indonesia, and Réunion.
    The most commonly used commercial genotypes … See more

    Uses

    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 and weeds. Vetiver has favourable qualities for animal feed. From the roots, … See more

    Agricultural aspects

    Vetiver is planted in long, straight rows across the slope for easy mechanical harvesting. The soil should be wet. Trenches are 15–20 cm (6–8 in) deep. A modified seedling planter or mechanical transplante… See more

     
  1. Vetiveria zizanioides, also known as khas khas, khas or khus grass, is native to India. It is a densely tufted grass, with long, thin and rigid leaves and can grow up to 1.5 meters high. The grass grows well in rich marshy soil that is found throughout the plains and lower hills of India, especially on the riverbanks.
    www.iloveindia.com/indian-herbs/vetiveria-zizanoid…
    Vetiveria zizanioides, also known as, khas or khus grass, is native to India. The roots are particularly valuable, not just for the essential oil that can be extracted from them but also because they can be used to construct dwellings and to make blinds and screens as well as handbags and fans.
    blog.nurserylive.com/2016/09/17/why-you-should-…
    Khas is a fragrant grass with a sweet aroma and is commonly used in cosmetics and syrups while Khus Khus also popularly known as poppy seeds is obtained from the opium plant. Khas or vetiver is a tall herb with leaves that are long, slender, and coarse. This grass bunch that blooms with brownish-purple flowers has a gregarious nature.
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    Aug 24, 2024 · Khas Khas is a versatile herb that offers numerous health and practical benefits. Its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and sedative properties make it a valuable natural remedy for a range of conditions, from joint pain to anxiety.

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  10. KHAS KHAS (POPPY SEED) – Ishan Ayurvedic Medical …

    KHAS KHAS (POPPY SEED) Scientific name – Papaver somniferum. Family – Papaveraceae. Poppy Seeds are the nutty oilseeds obtained from the poppy plant, which is a staple condiment apart from garlic and mustard, found in …

  11. Why you should have Khus grass in your kitchen garden

    Sep 17, 2016 · Vetiveria zizanioides, also known as, khas or khus grass, is native to India. The roots are particularly valuable, not just for the essential oil that can be extracted from them but also because they can be used to construct …