palmarosa

 
Pronunciation: /ˌpalməˈrəʊsə/

noun

[mass noun]
  • a fragrant tropical Indian grass related to citronella and lemon grass.
    • Cymbopogon martinii, family Gramineae
  • (also palmarosa oil) the essential oil obtained from palmarosa, used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Italian, literally 'rose palm'