Woody

Vetiver

Note Profile

Botanical 7,689 perfumes

Also Known As

Bourbon Vetiver, Haitian Vetiver, Java Vetiver, Madagascar Vetiver, Tahitian Vetiver, Vetiver Haiti, Vetiveryl Acetate, Veviter

About

Earthy, smoky vetiver

Scent Profile

Vetiver has a deep, earthy scent with pronounced smoky, woody, and slightly bitter green nuances. Its aroma can also reveal subtle leathery, nutty, and root-like facets, evolving from fresh and grassy to dry and resinous over time. The complexity and persistence of its scent make it a distinctive base note in perfumery.

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Breadthmedium

EnvelopeBase · ~36h lasting

Family Woody & Earthy

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What this is made of

vetiveryl acetate

Principally this

CAS 62563-80-8

Vetiveryl acetate is the most-used vetiver material. The natural oil is not yet linked.

Restricted: An IFRA Standard limits how much of this a perfumer can use the limit applies to the perfumer, not the wearer

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Why that matters

A perfume that names Vetiver can use a different extract, a reformulated version, or a synthetic reconstruction. It can also hold less than the amount that requires a declaration. We cannot tell which applies. These rows cover only the substances we hold a link for.

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Origin

Vetiver oil is extracted from the roots of the Vetiveria zizanoides grass, primarily cultivated in Haiti, Indonesia, and India. The roots are cleaned, dried, and steam-distilled to obtain the essential oil, which is prized for its olfactory depth and fixative properties.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use vetiver mainly as a base note to provide longevity and structure to fragrances. It blends well with citrus, floral, spice, and other woody materials, and is a key component in many classic and modern compositions, especially in woody, chypre, and fougère families.