latin name

Chrysopogon zizanioides

pollination requirements

is primarily entomophilous, relying on insects to transfer pollen from the male to female parts of the flower

site and soil

full sun or partial shade, moist, well-drained, rich soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0.

Size at Maturity

full sun or partial shade, moist, well-drained, rich soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0.

Vetiver Grass

Name: Vetiver Grass
Brand: Planting Justice
SKU: 52327747027244
Price: 12.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Chrysopogon zizanioides

$12.00

in stock

Certification

organic

Quantity must be 1 or more

This is a hardy, fast-growing, and eco-friendly solution for erosion, soil stabilization, water filtration, and erosion control. Vetiver roots are known for their cooling properties and are widely used in Ayurvedic remedies and essential oil production.

* Growth Habit: Perennial, non-invasive clumping grass
* Height: Grows up to 5 feet tall
* Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
* Soil Requirements: Tolerates a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay-rich
* Water Needs: Drought-tolerant once established, thrives in wet or dry conditions

**Purchase of this plant pays for one tree to be planted in Southern Madagascar to fight desertification and to build food forests**

latin name

Chrysopogon zizanioides

pollination requirements

is primarily entomophilous, relying on insects to transfer pollen from the male to female parts of the flower

site and soil

full sun or partial shade, moist, well-drained, rich soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0.

Size at Maturity

full sun or partial shade, moist, well-drained, rich soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0.