Essential Nose Magnolia
Michelia alba
Essential oils from Magnolia species (M. grandiflora, M. liliflora) are dominated by beta-caryophyllene, linalool, and eucalyptol, with GC-MS profiling of M. grandiflora flowers confirming strong antioxidant and cytotoxic activity.[1] The oil of M. liliflora has demonstrated direct in vitro inhibition of food spoilage and foodborne pathogenic bacteria, supporting its antimicrobial reputation.[2]
- Also Known As
- White Champaca, White Sandalwood
- Family
- Floral
- Perfumery Note
- Middle
- Intensity
- Medium
- Extraction
- Solvent Extraction
- Plant Parts
- Flowers
- Origins
- India, Indonesia, China
- Effect
- Calming & Relaxing, Romantic & Sensual
- Aroma
- Floral, Sweet, Exotic
- Applications
- Perfumery, Aromatherapy
- Price
- $$$$Delicate blossoms that must be hand-picked; yield is very low and the oil is highly sought after for skin
References
- [1]Chemical composition, antioxidant activity and cytotoxicity of the essential oil from flowers of Magnolia grandiflora — Morshedloo MR et al. Natural Products Research, 2017
- [2]In vitro inhibition of food spoilage and foodborne pathogenic bacteria by essential oil of Magnolia liliflora — Bajpai VK et al. Journal of Food Science, 2008