Vetiver (vetivè)
Chrysopogon zizanioides
Vetiver
vetivè
Vétiver
Chrysopogon zizanioides
Traditionally used
Anxiety, insomnia, nervous tension, wounds, skin infections, fever, headaches, stress
Prepared as
The roots are thoroughly washed and dried, then boiled in water at a rolling boil for 15-20 minutes to make a medicinal tea, using approximately 1 tablespoon of dried roots per cup of water. For topical applications, fresh roots are pounded into a paste with a mortar and pestle, or the dried roots are steeped in warm coconut oil for several hours to create a healing oil. The tea is typically consumed 2-3 times daily in half-cup portions, while the oil or paste is applied directly to affected areas as needed.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Kè sote, dòmi pa vin, kè boukannen, malad, ensèksyon nan po a, lafyèv, tèt fè mal, kè chaje
Français — Anxiété, insomnie, tension nerveuse, plaies, infections cutanées, fièvre, maux de tête, stress
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside