MEDICINAL:
Patchouli is used to treat dysentery, diarrhea, colds without fevers, vomiting, and nausea. The essential oil is used in aromatherapy to calm the nerves, and as an aphrodisiac.
GROWING:
Patchouli is a tender perennial. Cold will kill it. It prefers average to rich soil and partial shade. Try growing this fragrant plant as a houseplant.