Can Citronella Be Consumed? Understanding the Risks and Differences
                                
                                
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                                While citronella oil has been historically used in traditional medicine and as a fragrance, ingesting the concentrated essential oil or certain varieties of the plant can pose significant health risks.  Understanding the distinction between citronella and its edible relatives, like lemongrass, is critical for safety.