Floral

Geranium

Note Profile

Botanical 2,446 perfumes

Also Known As

Bourbon Geranium, Egyptian Geranium, Geranium Leaf, Geranium Leaves, Moroccan Geranium, Pelargonium, Rose Geranium, Wild Geranium

About

Rosy, minty leaf

Scent Profile

Geranium has a bright, leafy-floral scent with pronounced rosy facets and a subtle green freshness. It also displays minty, slightly citrusy undertones and a hint of spicy herbaceousness. The aroma can evolve from crisp and vibrant to a softer, more powdery floral as it dries down.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~8h lasting

Family Floral, Green & Aromatic, Fresh & Citrus

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What this is made of

Geranium oil

A natural extract

CAS 8000-46-2

Geranium oil (IFRA NCS), Pelargonium. Rosy-minty; not the garden geranium.

Declarable allergen: Named in EU Annex III as Pelargonium Graveolens Oil products must list this name above a set concentration

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Why that matters

A perfume that names Geranium can use a different extract, a reformulated version, or a synthetic reconstruction. It can also hold less than the amount that requires a declaration. We cannot tell which applies. These rows cover only the substances we hold a link for.

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Origin

Geranium essential oil is primarily obtained from the leaves and stems of Pelargonium graveolens, cultivated in regions such as Egypt, China, and Réunion. The oil is extracted through steam distillation, which preserves its complex aromatic profile. Only specific cultivars are used in perfumery to achieve the desired scent quality.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use geranium mainly in the heart of floral, chypre, and fougère compositions, often as a bridge between rose and citrus notes. It blends well with lavender, citrus oils, spices, and woody materials, adding brightness and complexity. Geranium is valued for its ability to impart a natural, green-rosy freshness and to round out floral accords.