Character
The Story of Elm
Elm brings an unexpected green clarity to fragrance compositions, capturing the crisp essence of woodland canopy and the fresh promise ofelm bark's aromatic potential.
Heritage
The elm tree held profound significance across European cultures dating to ancient times. Druids considered the elm sacred, planting specimens near sacred groves where ritual offerings took place. Medieval herbalists documented elm bark applications for wound care and respiratory support, while the trees served as boundary markers on common lands. British perfumery adopted elm as an aromatic material in the late nineteenth century, when analytical techniques first isolated fragrance compounds from the leaves. The timber itself shaped furniture making, musical instrument crafting, and coffin construction, establishing the elm as both practical and symbolic across multiple trades.
At a Glance
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Woody Notes
Olfactive group
United Kingdom
Primary source region
Ingredient Details
Solvent extraction
Fresh leaves
Did You Know
"Elm leaves yield a remarkable green absolute with aldehydic qualities rarely found in other botanical sources."
