Woody

Cabreuva

Note Profile

Botanical 12 perfumes

About

Cabreuva is an essential oil steam distilled from the heartwood of Myrocarpus fastigiatus, a tree of South America, mainly Brazil and Paraguay. It smells soft and woody, with rosy floral hints and a gentle sweetness. It is mild and refined, and turns slightly balsamic as it dries. It is used in the heart to round out blends.

Scent Profile

Cabreuva has a soft, woody aroma with subtle floral and rosy undertones, accompanied by a gentle sweetness. Its scent is mild and refined, lacking the harshness of some other woody notes, and it develops a slightly balsamic nuance as it dries down.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeBase · ~16h lasting

Family Woody & Earthy, Floral

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What this is made of

Cabreuva oil

A natural extract

CAS 68188-03-4

Myrocarpus fastigiatus. The note names the material.

How the layers join

Origin

Cabreuva oil is distilled from the wood of the Myrocarpus fastigiatus tree, native to South America, particularly Brazil and Paraguay. The essential oil is obtained through steam distillation of the heartwood.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use cabreuva primarily as a heart note to impart smooth woody and floral nuances, often blending it with rose, sandalwood, and citrus notes. It is valued for its ability to soften and round out compositions, especially in floral, woody, and oriental fragrances.