Note · White flowers
Tuberose
Polianthes tuberosa
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A white flower of the evening, tuberose is among the headiest of all. Its absolute combines creamy, buttery, camphoraceous and almost carnal facets. Once processed by enfleurage, it is now extracted with solvents.
What it brings
A sensual, luminous opulence. Tuberose gives a floral its texture and its daring.
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Material profile
- Family
- White flowers
- Nature
- Natural material
- Botanical name
- Polianthes tuberosa
- Origin
- India (Tamil Nadu), Mexico.
- How it is obtained
- Volatile solvent extractionEnfleurage (historical process)
- On Volute
- 35 fragrances