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Family
Cosmetics/Essential oils - Widely cultivated for its essential oil, which is used in various products including perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal
Thrives in tropical and subtropical regions, often found in grasslands and open areas, below 1000 m.
It is robust perennial grass growing up to 300 cm tall.
Stem is stout, erect, reaching a diameter of 1-2 cm.
Leaves are long, linear, up to 100 cm in length and 1.5 cm wide, with a rough texture.
Flowers are small, inconspicuous, arranged in large, drooping panicles up to 60 cm or more in length.
Fruit is small, dry, enclosed within the flower structure.
Flowering and Fruiting: Summer- Autumn.