Vetiver Grass:

Vetiver Grass commonly known as Khus grass is a perennial grass of Indian origin.

In India it is cultivated in the states of Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, TamilNadu, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh.

This grass helps in combating soil erosion especially on hilly slopes.

It also absorbs carbon dioxide, thus erasing carbon footprints.

The grass can be used to purify polluted water bodies through phyto-remediation.

It has moisture retention property, which makes vetiver ideal for soil conservation and replenishment of ground-water.

It is also used in ethanol extraction, as cattle feed and for making handicrafts. It is also an antidepressant.

Roots of this grass can be used to produce oil, one kg of oil fetches between ₹30,000 and ₹58,000 to farmers.

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