Floral

Passion Flower

Note Profile

Natural 63 perfumes

Also Known As

Passiflora, Passionflower

About

Passion flower has a delicate, luminous floral aroma with fresh, green undertones and a faintly sweet, fruity nuance. It evokes a tranquil, exotic garden atmosphere and can provide both a softening and uplifting effect in floral or fruity fragrance compositions.

Scent Profile

Passion flower presents a gentle floral scent with fresh green facets and a subtle fruity sweetness. Its aroma is airy and slightly watery, evoking the impression of a lush, tranquil garden. The note evolves with a soft, almost powdery finish that remains light and uplifting.

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Origin

Passion flower is derived from the blossoms of the Passiflora species, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. In perfumery, its scent is typically recreated through accords using natural isolates and synthetic materials, as direct extraction yields little aromatic oil.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use passion flower primarily as a heart note to impart a luminous, dewy quality to floral and fruity compositions. It blends well with notes such as jasmine, violet, pear, and green leaves, often serving to soften sharper florals or add an exotic nuance. Its delicate character makes it suitable for modern, transparent fragrance structures.