Herbal

Palmarosa

Note Profile

Natural 5 perfumes

Scent Profile

Palmarosa has a fresh, sweet, and slightly rosy aroma with green, herbal undertones and a hint of citrus. Its scent is softer than true rose but carries a similar floral nuance, evolving to reveal a gentle, grassy warmth. The note is light yet persistent, offering a clean, uplifting character.

Citrus 0%

Floral 40%

Fruity 0%

Green 35%

Sweet 10%

Warm 0%

Woody 0%

Earthy 0%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 25%

Origin

Palmarosa is derived from the Cymbopogon martinii plant, a tropical grass native to India and Southeast Asia. The essential oil is obtained through steam distillation of the dried or fresh leaves, which are rich in geraniol, the compound responsible for its rosy scent.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use palmarosa primarily as a heart note to impart natural floralcy and freshness to compositions. It blends well with rose, geranium, citrus, and woody notes, and is valued for enhancing the longevity and brightness of floral and herbal accords.