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Narcissus
Floral Notes
Narcissus
Narcissus has a complex, intense floral scent that is simultaneously green, powdery, and slightly animalic. It offers a rich, deep fragrance with nuanced layers of honeyed sweetness, earthy undertones, and a subtle hay-like quality. The scent is both delicate and powerful, with a distinctive green freshness that evokes spring landscapes.
Origin and Extraction
Narcissus is a flowering plant native to Europe, particularly prevalent in Mediterranean regions. The essential oil is extracted through steam distillation of the flower petals, a delicate process that captures the complex aromatic profile. The flowers are typically harvested in early spring when they are in full bloom.
History and Culture
In Greek mythology, narcissus is associated with the story of Narcissus, a young man who fell in love with his own reflection. In flower symbolism, it represents rebirth, new beginnings, and the arrival of spring. In France and England, narcissus has been cultivated for perfumery and ornamental purposes since the 19th century, becoming a symbol of poetic and artistic expression.
Chemistry and Molecular Structure
Narcissus essential oil contains complex chemical compounds including indole, methyl anthranilate, and various terpenes. These molecules contribute to its unique green-floral scent profile, with indole providing the characteristic animalic undertone that makes narcissus so distinctive in perfumery.
Fragrances with Narcissus
Atelier Materi
Narcisse Taiji
9/10(1)
FloralLeathery
Wild Narcissus & Leather
Sample from €9
€230100ml
Attar Collection
The Queen of Sheba
7.5/10(2)
FloralPowdery
Royal Oriental Elegance
Sample from €9
€165100ml
Pana Dora
Emanuele
9/10(4)
FloralSynthetic
Floral opulence, modern warmth.
Sample from €9
€255100ml
Premium
Toskovat
Hoary Date (formerly known as F2)
5.5/10(4)
ChypreFloral
Classic Chypre, Modern Soul
Sample from €14
€27560ml
Premium
Clive Christian
X for Women
6.6/10(5)
FloralChypre
Opulent peach blossom with velvety warmth
Sample from €19
€36050ml
Argos
Birth of Venus
7.6/10(9)
FloralFruity
Divine peach and floral scent.
Sample from €9
€290100ml
Meo Fusciuni
Odor 93
8/10(2)
FloralSpicy
Smoky Floral Fantasy
Sample from €9
€220100ml
Mystikum
The Geisha's Secret Garden
8.3/10(3)
GreenChypre
Fresh green floral mystery.
Sample from €9
€220100ml
Premium
Toskovat
Things We Never Shared
8.4/10(10)
GourmandSpicy
Sweet Mulled Wine Memories
Sample unavailable
€27560ml
Aswan
Tefnut
7.5/10(2)
FloralAmber
Divine Boozy Floral Elixir
Sample from €9
€295100ml
