KONA Keeping your little bit of topsoil in place, or just protecting your land from erosion by wind, rain, floods or rising surf is an increasingly daunting challenge here in Hawaii. Along the coast ...

Khus, sometimes referred to as vetiver, is a hidden gem of natural ingredient strength that has a wealth of beauty benefits just waiting to be discovered. This earthy-scented grass, which is derived ...

A view of the hilly countryside of Paramin, an area in Trinidad and Tobago where locals have turned to vetiver to help stabilise the soil (Credit: Damir Ali) The Caribbean is bracing itself for an ...

Vetiver, or ‘khus,’ has long been celebrated for its cooling properties, but it’s much more than just a summer remedy. Extracted from the roots of the vetiver plant, this natural wonder offers a ...

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The Caribbean is bracing itself for an intense hurricane season. A fragrant plant could help limit damage from extreme weather in Trinidad. In the early hours on a Saturday morning, deep into the dry ...