osmanthus

Note

heart

Family

floral

Type

absolute

Origin

China

Perfumer's Notes

Osmanthus is a famous flower in China, where it originates. The unique flower, whose name means "fragrant flower," is very versatile. In addition to its floral characteristics, osmanthus can be used as a musky base, to impart fruity notes, or as a leathery note. It is powerful and has a wonderful effect in a fragrance.

Blends Well With

rose, jasmine, musk, tea, orange, leather, woods

Prominent In

Femme (Rochas), Osmanthus Yunnan (Hermes), Narciso Rodriguez for Her (Narciso Rodriguez), Nuit de Cellophane (Serge Lutens)