163+ Citronella Image
163+ Citronella Image . The citronella, scientifically known as cymbopogon nardus or cymbopogon winterianus, is a medicinal plant with repellent properties for insects, flavoring, bactericidal and soothing, and is widely used in the manufacture of cosmetics. Single fresh leaf of citronella (mosquito plant, scented geranium) on a white painted weathered barn wood background Blue and yellow citronella candles lit in the garden are being used to keep mosquitoes at bay in late evening.