Geranium citronella (Pelargonium citrosum)!
In dialect 'geraniu di zanzari'; a plant with a strong lemon odour, a natural repellent.
Want to know more? Here are some interesting facts:
Inedible leaves; used for essential oils and natural repellent ointments. Harvesting period: The best time to harvest geranium citronella leaves in Sicily is summer, due to the higher concentration of essential oils. The leaves should be cut at ground level and allowed to wither slightly before distillation. For pruning, on the other hand, the optimal period is early winter or late winter, after flowering. Harvesting the leaves When: The best time is summer, when the plant has the highest concentration of aromatic oils. How: Cut the leaves at the base, close to the ground. What to do next: Allow the leaves to wither slightly before proceeding to extract the essence by distillation.
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