Character
The Story of Watery Cyclamen
Fresh, bright, and quietly aquatic. Watery cyclamen captures the moment morning dew settles on petals—clean, green, and slightly sweet without the heaviness of traditional florals.
Heritage
Cyclamen entered the fragrance industry in the 1980s, emerging from European perfumery traditions as synthetic aromatic chemistry advanced. The plant itself, Cyclamen persicum, is native to rocky hillsides and woodland edges across Europe, particularly in the Mediterranean region. Its perfumery counterpart, cyclamen aldehyde, represents one of several modern 'green' notes developed during the late 20th century when perfumers began exploring lighter, fresher fragrance profiles. The concept of 'watery cyclamen' expands on this legacy by emphasizing the note's subtle aquatic quality—the scent of morning dew on petals rather than tropical florals. This development reflects how contemporary perfumery has increasingly embraced notes that evoke natural freshness and early morning garden atmospheres, moving away from heavier, more saturated florals toward transparent, airy compositions.
At a Glance
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Germany
Primary source region
Ingredient Details
Synthetic
N/A (synthetic molecule)
Did You Know
"Despite its floral name, perfumery's cyclamen is almost always a synthetic molecule—cyclamen aldehyde—first patented in 1932."