Ingredient profile
Chrysopogon zizanioides
Vetiver root, Chrysopogon zizanioides, is an aromatic grass root known for its deep earthy scent, dry grassy sharpness, and long use in perfumery, incense, cooling mats, and grounding ritual traditions. Soul Space uses hand-cut vetiver root for its rich soil-like depth and steady botanical base.
Also know as: vetiver; vetiveria zizanioides; khus; khus-khus; yan lan cao gen; vetiver grass root
At a glance
Aroma: Earthy, grassy, rooty, woody, dry, and slightly smoky.
Material: Dried cut root
Source note: Dried vetiver root from Henan, China
Origin: Henan, China
Blend role: Adds earthy root depth, dry grassy structure, and a grounding base note.
Sourcing note: Soul Space’s vetiver root is sourced from Henan Province, China. The roots are manually planted and grown without pesticides or fertilizers.
SCENT & STORY
Vetiver root has a deep earthy aroma with dry grass, root, wood, and faint smoky notes. When gently warmed, it brings a rich soil-like base that adds depth, steadiness, and natural texture to herbs, woods, resins, and florals.
Vetiver root, also known as khus, has a long history in perfumery, incense, woven cooling screens, and aromatic household traditions. Its dense root scent is often associated with earth, steadiness, and grounded ritual atmosphere.
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