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Vetiver Grass
نجيل الهند (الفيتيفر) · Chrysopogon zizanioides
A grass with very deep roots used to protect soil from erosion. Its roots give fragrant oil.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | نجيل الهند (الفيتيفر) |
|---|---|
| English name | Vetiver Grass |
| Scientific name | Chrysopogon zizanioides |
| Family | Grass family (Poaceae) |
| Plant type | Perennial grass |
| Height | 1 to 1.5 m |
| Water use | Medium |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
March to May
Harvest
Not harvested
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A grass in dense clumps with long stiff leaves and deep fibrous roots.
Where it grows
Planted in soil-protection projects and gardens in Makkah, Jazan, the Eastern Province, Madinah, Riyadh and Najran.
Soil
Grows in most soils.
Water and irrigation
Handles drought and flooding.
Climate and light
Loves heat.
Propagation
By dividing clumps.
Benefits and uses
- Protects soil from erosion
- Fragrant roots
Drawbacks
- Needs time to settle
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources: