Fresh, airy and slightly woody, palisander rosewood has a distinctly smooth, velvety scent sometimes used as a base note in perfumery. Its unique undertones are both floral and fruity—comparable to the soft scent of freesia.
The beloved scent of fresh palisander rosewood is derived from the palisander tree. The latifolia variety of palisander is native to India, while the protected nigra species can be found in Brazil. Unfortunately, rosewood varieties are renowned for producing an exceptionally low yield; it is thought that each tree yields just 1% of its weight in oil. To produce the coveted essence, bark shavings are reduced to powder and macerated in hot water before being steam distilled. Naturally, the Brazilian rosewood varieties are a protected species to avoid overproduction and deforestation.
Brazil, India
