Product: Citronella Essential Oil Latin Name: Cymbopogon nardus syn. Andropogon nardus. Plant Family: Poaceae Other Names: Ceylon Citronella, Nard Grass, Citronnelle de Ceylan, Citronnelle de Ceylon, Herbe Citron, Huile de Citronnelle, Java Citronella, Ceyloncitronell, Zitronellagras, Zacate Limón, Jonc Odorant & Verveine des Indes. Description: An essential oil is a concentrated liquid containing volatile (easily evaporated at normal temperatures) chemical compounds from plants; it's "essential" in the sense that it contains the "essence of" the plant's fragrance - the characteristic fragrance of the plant from which it is derived. Essential oils are generally extracted by distillation, often by using steam; to find out how this oil has been extracted, please see the product specification on the ‘Technical’ tab. Improper use of essential oils can cause harm, including severe allergic reactions and skin irritations. Blends With: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Orange, Peppermint, Pine Needle, Rosemary, Sage, Tea Tree & Thyme.