The Pogostemon cablin is a perennial herb that comes from the Lamiaceae family and is native to tropical Asia. This bushy herb grows up to 3 ft in height and has erect stems that bear small, pale pink-white flowers.

Patchouli (Dark) originates from the word Pacholi, which means "to scent". Patchouli was used to be packed with silks and cashmere from India all throughout the British Empire to repel insects.