Fruity

Japanese Loquat

Note Profile

Natural

Scent Profile

Japanese loquat has a fresh, juicy, and subtly sweet aroma reminiscent of apricot and pear, with delicate floral undertones and a hint of green tartness. Its scent is light and airy, evolving from crisp fruitiness to a gentle, mellow finish. The note is prized for its naturalistic, uplifting character in fruity accords.

Citrus 5%

Floral 10%

Fruity 70%

Green 5%

Sweet 35%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 15%

Origin

The loquat tree (Eriobotrya japonica) is native to East Asia, particularly Japan and China. In perfumery, the scent is typically recreated using natural isolates and synthetic molecules, as direct extraction from the fruit yields little usable aromatic material.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use Japanese loquat primarily as a top note to impart freshness and a nuanced fruitiness to compositions. It pairs well with other stone fruits, citrus, and light florals, and is often featured in modern, transparent fragrances to evoke a sense of clean, dewy fruit.