Some people are allergic to grass pollen and suffer from hay fever.
People are not usually allergic to grass.
If you suffer from hay fever you can eat food containing citronella as the stem is used not the pollen.
Common names for lemongrass include citronella grass, barbed wire grass, silky heads, and fever grass.
Yes, citronella is flammable. When citronella oil is burned in candles or torches, it produces a flame that can be used as a natural insect repellent. However, care should be taken when handling and lighting citronella products to avoid accidents.
Yes, Citronella plant has a very repelling smell for the mosquitoes hence it keeps mosquitoes away.
Yes, you can mix citronella oil with water to create a natural insect repellent spray. However, citronella oil is not water-soluble so you will need to shake the mixture well before each use to ensure the oil is evenly distributed. Additionally, it's recommended to use a carrier oil or alcohol to help emulsify the citronella oil in water.
Citronella is a volatile oil derived from several species of Cymbopogon grasses, mainly Cymbopogon nardus and Cymbopogon winterianus. The main components of citronella oil are citronellal and geraniol. The structure for citronellal is a monoterpene with a citronellal functional group, while geraniol is a monoterpene alcohol.
Citronella is, a lemon grass
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the US Food & Drug Administration consider citronella oil as generally recognized as safe. If any effects occur I would consult your doctor. Citronella oil doesn't contain anything directly harmful unless you're allergic to it. A possible effect of inhalation is an increased heart rate, however this doesn't happen in all individuals.
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I've heard of allergic reactions to Citronella. There is a new candle on the market called bite-lite. Bite-Lite candles masks our natural scent, with spearmint and lemongrass. These scents have been proven to out perform everything on the market. My children love the scent, not mediciney at all. Marlene
Lemongrass has narrower leaves and a milder aroma compared to citronella, which has broader leaves and a stronger, more potent fragrance. Additionally, citronella plants are typically larger and bushier than lemongrass plants.
Yes, it is possible to be allergic to grass. Grass pollen is a common allergen that can trigger allergic reactions in some individuals, causing symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and congestion.
Do you have an allergy to cut grass?
it can be if you are allergic to them.
Yes you can certainly be allergic to grass, especially fresh cut grass. Grass allergies typically come around in the spring and summer when grass is being cut and the pollen is being stirred around in the air. Most people are actually allergic to the pollen but link it to grass.
Common names for lemongrass include citronella grass, barbed wire grass, silky heads, and fever grass.