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How much do we hate mosquitoes? Not only do they pester us with their droning noises and itchy, blotchy bites, they can also spread dangerous diseases, including malaria, West Nile virus, and encephalitis. On those summer evenings when mosquitoes are especially annoying, candles containing citronella oil can help naturally ward off their pesky whining presence. Citronella oils are extracted from a type of lemongrass - most commonly the Cymbopogon nardus or winterianus varieties - as these provide the highest concentration of oils to give citronella candles their anti-mosquito punch. And while most humans don't mind citronella's citrusy scent, mosquitoes find it most unpleasant, so it provides a safe, natural deterrent.