Is Citronella Edible? Citronella geraniums are edible, yes! This plant is part of the (edible) geranium family. Both the flowers and leaves are scented, and both are edible.

Is citronella safe to eat?

When taken by mouth: Citronella oil seems to be safe for most people in the small amounts found in foods. But it’s LIKELY UNSAFE when taken by mouth in large amounts. When applied to the skin: Citronella oil is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when applied to the skin as an insect repellent.

Is Citrosa the same as citronella?

The mosquito plant, Pelargonium Citrosum , also called the citrosa plant or citronella scented geranium, is highly recommended for keeping mosquitoes away. This plant is marketed as being specifically developed to continually give off a mosquito repelling scent. Turns out you can grow this plant in many gardens.