Tuberose

What does it smell like?

Intensely floral, sweet and slightly green, often with creamy or softly waxy facets.

What is it?

A flower-derived perfumery material and a reconstructed floral accord; it is not a type of rose.

The material

Flowers sold in perfumery under the botanical name Polianthes tuberosa.

Where does it come from?

India is the source of the reviewed absolute.

Types and forms

Natural absolutes and composed tuberose accords can emphasise different green, creamy and sweet facets.

Natural and manufactured materials

Natural extracts exist, and perfumers can also reconstruct or support this scent with aroma materials. A listed note is not proof of a particular natural ingredient, species or extraction method.

How it is produced or composed

Solvent extraction of flowers produces an absolute. Perfumers can also reconstruct the floral impression.

Its role in perfume

Often forms a prominent floral heart, with richer materials extending into the drydown. Pyramid positions are useful tendencies, not fixed rules or performance guarantees.

Material type

• Natural material and perfume note

Documented regions

• India

Accords and scent relationships

• White floral
• Pairings are editorial exploration ideas, not formula rules.