Gourmand

Taro

Note Profile

Natural

Scent Profile

Taro has a creamy, subtly sweet scent with nutty and starchy undertones, reminiscent of coconut, vanilla, and mild chestnut. Its aroma is gentle and comforting, developing a soft, milky facet as it warms on the skin. The note can evoke a powdery, gourmand quality with faint earthy nuances.

Citrus 0%

Floral 0%

Fruity 0%

Green 0%

Sweet 45%

Warm 10%

Woody 0%

Earthy 35%

Animalic 0%

Fresh 0%

Origin

Taro is a tropical root vegetable, primarily cultivated in Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, and parts of Africa. In perfumery, its scent is recreated using accords of lactonic, nutty, and sweet notes, as natural extraction is not commercially viable.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use taro as a gourmand accent, often in the heart or base of compositions to impart creaminess and a subtle sweetness. It blends well with vanilla, coconut, sandalwood, and floral notes, adding depth and a unique edible character to both niche and contemporary fragrances.