Handmade by Madagascan craft families. Vetiver has a unique smell. The essential oils extracted from the dried roots are used in the manufacturing of perfume.

• Size: 15"x19"
• Material: Vetiver 
• Color: Caramel & Slate Gray

The vetiver plant, scientifically called vetiveria zizaninoîdes, known also as the “cuscus grass” is from the gramineae family of plants. It is typically harvested by the Indians but grows well in tropical areas and subtropical places like Madagascar.  

Vetiver is traditionally used for roofing by Malagasy people. It have a winding root which can be 6 meters depth. Vetiver is a plant with countless virtues and unique properties. It is very pleasantly aromatic.

After being dug up, the vetiver root is washed and then dried naturally. To keep its natural scent, craftsmen do not tint the roots, but usually weave it with cotton to make handcrafts.