Fresh, Green, Tonic

Its origin is uncertain, but it is probably the result of an ancient cross between two species of mint. Spearmint is a perennial plant known for its heady and subtle scent.

Green, Fresh, Tangy

A fleshy berry from the Solanaceae family of plants, its vegetable fragrance evokes indulgence.

Woody, Fresh, Dry

A conifer of the Pinaceae family native to North Africa, cedar is an aromatic, durable and light wood.

Herbaceous, Fresh, Aromatic

Lavender grows wild in the south of France: highly fragrant, its flowers bloom in Summer and its perfume naturally evokes Provence.

Floral, Green, Fresh

It is sometimes called ‘May bells’ by virtue of the shape of its flowers. A single species exists on all continents in various forms.

Floral, Fresh, Tonic

In between rose and spearmint, there is no love lost: when cold, the scent of fresh mint stands out and when warm, the soft perfume of rose prevails.

Floral, Suave, Honeyed

A divine symbol, the ‘Queen of Flowers’ is originally from Turkey. It is appreciated for its beauty and the subtlety of its fragrance.

Tonic, Fresh, Tangy

Often called "Japanese lemon", this citrus fruit belongs to the Rutaceae family. It invites the refinement of Japan, the exoticism of China and the creativity of Korea.

Woody, Warm, Creamy

Native to India, its medicinal properties have been known for 4,000 years. Sandalwood gives off a highly sweet, woody scent.

Floral, Powdery, Fresh

A white flower that heralds warm days, orange blossom grows on the bitter orange tree. Known since Antiquity, it is a symbol of purity and beauty.

Smoky, Woody, Honeyed

Popular with the English since the 19th century, tea leaves undergo enzymatic fermentation which transforms them into "black tea".

Opulent, Milky, Honeyed

An intense and exhilarating fragrance of great sensuality. Originally from Mexico, tuberose appeared in Europe from the year 1600. 

Fresh, Spicy, Lemony

The most iconic of Asian spices, Sichuan pepper takes its name from a mountainous region in central China where it has been traditionally grown for centuries.

Woody, Fresh, Resinous

Cypress diffuses the ultimate woody fragrance. Its name is derived from the Greek mythology in which Cyparisse, Telephus’ son, was turned into a cypress by Apollo.

Floral, Sunny, Creamy

It is the most famous of the gardenias. A Polynesian plant of the Rubiaceae family, its flower, called tiare, is deliciously fragrant.

Floral, Powdery, Delicate

The spathes of its flower are a source of wonder, and are as fragile and delicate as silk paper. A perennial plant of the Iridaceae family, iris pallida is native to the Dalmatian coast.

Floral, Warm, Powdery

Prized in perfumery, the sweet-smelling flower grows on an Indian shrub of the Oleaceae family.

Fresh, Tangy, Tonic

Its citrusy scent precedes it. Native to the Andes, verbena is a woody plant of the Verbenaceae family. It is widely used in cooking and infusions.

Spicy, Warm, Aromatic

A symbol of immortality, its leaves remain green all year round. It was the symbol of Apollo in ancient times.

Woody, Leathery, Smoky

A timeless ‘leathery’ fragrance. In antiquity, people would burn wood chips and resins to honour their Gods.

Green, Fruity, Woody

The common fig tree emerged in France under Louis XIV. La Quintinie, his gardener, had 700 fig trees planted in the gardens of the Palace of Versailles.

Spicy, Warm, Fresh

‘Horn-shaped’, from the Sanskrit ‘singabera’. It is highly valued for its many culinary, medicinal and fragrant properties.

Fruity, Fresh, Sweet

Melons have been used to quench our thirst since the beginning of time. The melon is naturally full of water and sugar.

Fresh, Tangy, Tonic

This citrus fruit originally from Kashmir belongs to the Rutaceae family. It appeared in Europe during the Muslim conquests in the Middle Ages.