Floral

Taif Rose

Note Profile

Botanical 112 perfumes

About

Taif Rose is renowned for its intensely rich and opulent floral aroma, with facets of bright citrus, lush petals, and a slightly spicy undertone. It is often considered more vibrant, sparkling, and less powdery than other rose types, contributing a luxurious and exotic character to perfumes.

Scent Profile

Taif Rose presents a vivid floral aroma with pronounced citrus brightness, lush petal facets, and a subtle spicy nuance. Its scent is notably vibrant and sparkling, lacking the powderiness found in some other rose oils. Over time, it reveals a lingering freshness alongside a warm, exotic depth.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~8h lasting

Family Floral, Sweet & Gourmand, Spicy

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

What this is made of

Rose oil (Rosa x damascena Mill.)

A natural extract

CAS 90106-38-0

Taif rose is Rosa x damascena grown in the Taif highlands of Saudi Arabia - a provenance of the damascena material, not a distinct species. Named explicitly because 8007-01-0 also carries a damascena row alongside centifolia and a Rosa alba hybrid.

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Origin

Taif Rose, or Rosa damascena trigintipetala, is cultivated in the high-altitude region of Taif, Saudi Arabia. The flowers are hand-harvested at dawn and distilled the same day, typically using steam distillation to preserve their delicate aroma. The region's unique climate and soil contribute to the rose's distinctive olfactory profile.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use Taif Rose primarily in the heart of floral compositions, where its clarity and brightness can be showcased. It blends well with citrus, oud, spices, and musks, and is valued for imparting a luxurious, exotic signature to both oriental and modern floral fragrances. Its intensity allows it to serve as a central floral note or as a radiant accent in complex blends.