Vetiver
Chrysopogon zizanioides
- Earthy
- Rooty
- Smoky
What is vetiver?
The aromatic roots of a tropical grass yield vetiver oil. Earthy and woody facets can range from bright and dry to smoky and dense, depending on the material.
Scent & use in perfumery
Vetiver supplies texture and a persistent woody base without being a wood extract.
Further reading
Material referenceOrigins and extraction methods describe typical materials, not a specific Oudisan supplier. Imagery is illustrative.
