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Aglaia (Aglaia odorata, often called Chinese rice flower) exudes a luminous, nectarous fruity-floral scent combining apricot–osmanthus facets with honeyed jasmine nuances, a citrus-green lift, and a gentle tea-like dryness over pale, pollen-woody tones. It suggests sunlit courtyards and golden blossoms—airy, delicate, and softly intimate rather than heady. In perfumery it is used as a refined heart note—often captured by headspace—to brighten white-floral bouquets, lend natural peachy sweetness to tea and citrus accords, and smooth musks and light woods; it pairs beautifully with osmanthus, neroli, yuzu or mandarin, apricot lactones, and soft ambers.

CATEGORY · FLORAL

The floral note category encompasses scents derived from the blossoms of various flowers, known for their rich, sweet, and often romantic characteristics. Common examples include rose, jasmine, lily, and peony, each offering unique olfactory profiles ranging from fresh and green to creamy and powdery. Floral notes can be single-note or blended to create complex bouquets, often used in perfumes to evoke feelings of femininity, warmth, and elegance. These scents are prevalent in both classic and contemporary fragrances, making them a cornerstone of perfumery.