Herbal

Artemisia

Note Profile

Botanical 502 perfumes

About

Bitter, aromatic wormwood

Scent Profile

Artemisia, also known as wormwood, has a bitter, green, and intensely aromatic scent with herbal and slightly camphoraceous nuances. It can display subtle licorice and anise facets, evolving to reveal a dry, earthy undertone. The aroma is sharp and penetrating, lending a distinctive edge to compositions.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~8h lasting

Family Green & Aromatic

Read off the wheel, not a label applied to the note.

What this is made of

Artemisia herba-alba oil

A natural extract

CAS 84775-75-7

Artemisia herba-alba oil (IFRA NCS). Artemisia covers several species; herba-alba is the perfumery one.

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Origin

Artemisia is derived from the leaves and flowering tops of Artemisia absinthium and related species, typically through steam distillation. It is native to temperate regions of Eurasia and is cultivated for both perfumery and traditional uses.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use artemisia mainly in the top and heart notes to impart a bitter-green, aromatic lift, often in fougère, chypre, and herbal accords. It blends well with citrus, lavender, oakmoss, and woody notes, and is valued for its ability to add complexity and freshness.