Tuberose Essential Oil
The tuberose is a perennial plant of the agave family Agavaceae, extracts of which used as a top note in perfumery. The common name derives from the Latin tuberosa, meaning swollen or tuberous in reference to its root system. It consists of about 12 species. The tuberose is a night-blooming plant thought to be native to Mexico along with every other species of Polianthes. The tuberose grows in elongated spikes up to 45 cm (18 in) long that produce clusters of fragrant waxy white flowers that bloom from the bottom towards the top of the spike. It has long, bright green leaves clustered at the base of the plant and smaller, clasping leaves along the stem.
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| Botanical Name: | Polianthes tuberosa L. |
| Family: | Agavaceae |
| Synonyms: | Tuberosa, tubereuse |
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| Parts Used: | Flowers. |
| Extraction Method: | Solvent extraction |
| Appearance: | Dark orange to soft brown liquid |
| Aroma Description: | Sweet, floral, slightly spicy |
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| Consistancy: | Semi solid |
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| Historical Uses: | Polianthes dates back to the Aztecs in Mexico who used the essential oil of the plant to flavor chocolate. Today the oil is a key ingredient in perfumes. Polianthes is a bulb crop usually grown as a fresh cut for its 36-inch-long flower spikes that produce up to 30 fragrant white florets per spike. Single- and double-flower varieties are available. The flower scent is similar to gardenias. |
| Modern Uses: | Used in high class perfumes and occasionally in confectionery flavourings. |
| Cautions: | Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Not to be used on babies or small children. |
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