Earthy

Mushroom

Note Profile

Botanical 22 perfumes

Also Known As

mushrooms

About

Mushroom is a note usually made from aroma chemicals or isolates, with edible mushrooms such as porcini or champignon as the model. It smells earthy, damp and slightly woody, like humus and the forest floor. It can suggest moist soil and fallen leaves, with faint nutty or leathery touches. It is used in the base or heart for a grounded, natural effect.

Scent Profile

Mushroom in perfumery offers a distinctly earthy, damp, and slightly woody aroma with subtle nuances of humus and forest floor. Its scent can evoke a sense of moist soil and decaying leaves, sometimes with faint nutty or leathery undertones. Over time, the note may reveal a gentle mineral or umami facet, adding depth to compositions.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~5h lasting

Family Woody & Earthy, Green & Aromatic

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

What this is made of

Mushroom absolute

A natural extract

CAS 84649-97-8

The note names the material.

How the layers join

Origin

Mushroom notes are typically recreated using aroma chemicals or natural isolates derived from edible mushrooms such as porcini or champignon. Extraction methods may include solvent extraction or distillation, though most perfumery uses rely on synthetic molecules to achieve a consistent and stable profile.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use mushroom as a base or heart note to impart earthiness and realism, often in woody, chypre, or fougère compositions. It blends well with moss, patchouli, vetiver, and leather notes, and can add complexity to floral or gourmand accords. Its grounding effect is valued for creating naturalistic or avant-garde fragrances.