Description – Citronella essential oil is obtained from the leaves and stems of different species of Cymbopogon.It is used extensively as a source of perfumery chemicals like citronellal, citronellol, and geraniol.
Application – The most common application of citronella oil is as a mosquito repellent. It is used as a flavouring in the food and beverage industry. In comsetic and personal-care products, citronella oil is used as a fragrance