Citronella Essential Oil

Citronella Essential Oil

The oil of citronella is a naturally occurring insect and animal repellent distilled from two grass varieties. It is yellow to brown and has a grassy/floral smell. The oil of citronella is a mixture of many components. The exact composition varies by grass variety.

Citronella oil has a pale yellow to thick yellow color, with a crisp, lemony aroma. Major components of the oil are geraniol, citronellol, etc.