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Also to know is, what does patchouli smell like?

Patchouli oil has a strong, slightly sweet, intoxicating scent. It's described as having a dark, musky-earthy aroma profile, reminiscent of wet soil. Due to its intense scent, even when diluted, a little patchouli oil goes a long way. It is also highly complementary to vanilla and other sweet scents.

Also Know, why do hippies smell like patchouli? This one's pretty self-explanatory: the story goes that patchouli oil is used to mask the scent that marijuana gives off. But, others have suggested that marijuana and patchouli don't smell all that different and hippies simply wanted their bodies to smell like their bedrooms.

Subsequently, question is, can patchouli be grown indoors?

Patchouli is a perfect indoor plant, so it's really a good fall plant for anyone, regardless of where you live. Simply treat as a tropical houseplant indoors. This herb grows best when partially shaded. You can keep it on a windowsill or even off to the side of a direct fluorescent bulb.

What can I do with fresh patchouli?

Patchouli is frequently used in soaps and cosmetics that are said to rejuvenate dry and “mature” skin. It works as a deodorant by masking body odor. Both the oil and the dried leaves are used in potpourri, the leaves adding a distinctive texture as well as fragrance to the mixture.