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Vetiver Roots-Original

Also Known As : Khus-Khus
Technical Name : Chrysopogon zizanioides, Vetiveria zizanioides
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has woody taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Vetiver roots produce vetiver oil that can be added to tea and hot drinks to avail its health benefits.
  2. Thick syrup obtained from vetiver (Khus sharbat) can be used to make summer drinks.

Description

Vetiver roots are the roots of a perennial bunchgrass that belongs to Poaceae family. Vetiver roots produce a thick green syrup used as squash. Vetiver roots also are used for oil extraction.

Health benefits

  • Vetiver is useful in treating acidity and heartburn problems.(1)
  • Vetiver drinks helps to cool down body temperature and removes toxins from the body.(1)
  • Vetiver root water acts as a clarifying agent for scalp.(1)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.wiseshe.com/amazing-benefits-of-vetiver-for-skin-hair-and-health/

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