Floral

Linden Tree

Note Profile

Botanical 48 perfumes

Also Known As

lime blossom, linden, linden blossom, linden blossom flower, Weeping Silver Lime

About

Linden tree, often referenced as linden blossom or lime blossom in perfumery, exudes a light, honeyed floral scent with subtle green and powdery undertones. Its fragrance is reminiscent of fresh, blooming spring trees and has a soft, slightly sweet, and airy character. This note is used to impart a gentle, comforting floralcy to many fragrances.

Scent Profile

Linden tree, or linden blossom, presents a delicate floral scent with pronounced honeyed sweetness, subtle green facets, and a faint powdery nuance. The aroma can evoke freshly blooming spring trees, with airy and slightly citrus-tinged undertones. As it develops, the note maintains a soft, comforting floralcy that remains gentle and luminous.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~8h lasting

Family Sweet & Gourmand, Floral, Green & Aromatic

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

What this is made of

Linden Tree names no single substance

Reconstructed

Linden blossom absolute exists but is vanishingly rare and barely used; the note is reconstructed in practice, classically over hydroxycitronellal-type materials.

How the layers join

Origin

Linden blossom is harvested from the flowers of Tilia species, commonly found in Europe and North America. The scent is typically captured through solvent extraction or enfleurage, as the flowers yield little essential oil via steam distillation. Natural linden absolute is rare and costly, so its effect is often recreated using blends of synthetic and natural materials.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use linden as a heart note to impart a gentle, transparent floral character, often paired with mimosa, neroli, and honey notes. It is valued for adding softness and a spring-like freshness to floral bouquets and green compositions. Linden blends well with citrus, light woods, and musks to enhance its airy, comforting qualities.