A Fusion of Orchid and Citrus
The fragrance blend incorporates the enticing scented notes of various orchid species. The Native Singaporean Orchid, Polystachya Bella, sourced from the rainforests of Kenya and Uganda, contributes its rare and heavenly scent. Its fragrant flowers, around 1 inch wide, bloom successively on petite plants up to 8 inches tall.
Incorporating therapeutic properties, Bulbophyllum reptans from Chinese traditional medicine enriches Yin, clears phlegm, aids digestion, and relieves dry throat. Its composition includes phenanthrenes like coelonin, flavanthrin, confusarin, gynopusinblestriarene A, cirrhopetalanthrin, reptanthrin, and isoreptanthrin.
Eulophia epidendraea, an Indian terrestrial orchid found in southern India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, provides tubers rich in compounds such as beta-sitosterol, beta-sitosterolglucoside, beta-amyrin, and lupeol. Its leaves contain flavonoids like apigenin, luteolin, kaempferol, and quercetin, lending further therapeutic qualities. These tubers are employed as a vermifuge, demulcent, and analgesic, and are utilized in anorexia treatment and as an oral remedy for anthrax in animals.
Lastly, Hemipilia cordifolia, also known as Dianshehui Lan or Niudanshen, sourced from regions including Nepal, Bhutan, and northeast India, adds its unique single leaf and beak-like structure. This orchid finds its use in Chinese medicine for various purposes.
Together, these scented notes from Polystachya Bella, Bulbophyllum reptans, Eulophia epidendraea, and Hemipilia cordifolia harmonize to create a captivating fragrance, complemented by the refreshing elements of lemon, greens, bergamot, pineapple, mandarin orange, cardamom, papaya, and a touch of cedar and orris root.
Incorporating therapeutic properties, Bulbophyllum reptans from Chinese traditional medicine enriches Yin, clears phlegm, aids digestion, and relieves dry throat. Its composition includes phenanthrenes like coelonin, flavanthrin, confusarin, gynopusinblestriarene A, cirrhopetalanthrin, reptanthrin, and isoreptanthrin.
Eulophia epidendraea, an Indian terrestrial orchid found in southern India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, provides tubers rich in compounds such as beta-sitosterol, beta-sitosterolglucoside, beta-amyrin, and lupeol. Its leaves contain flavonoids like apigenin, luteolin, kaempferol, and quercetin, lending further therapeutic qualities. These tubers are employed as a vermifuge, demulcent, and analgesic, and are utilized in anorexia treatment and as an oral remedy for anthrax in animals.
Lastly, Hemipilia cordifolia, also known as Dianshehui Lan or Niudanshen, sourced from regions including Nepal, Bhutan, and northeast India, adds its unique single leaf and beak-like structure. This orchid finds its use in Chinese medicine for various purposes.
Together, these scented notes from Polystachya Bella, Bulbophyllum reptans, Eulophia epidendraea, and Hemipilia cordifolia harmonize to create a captivating fragrance, complemented by the refreshing elements of lemon, greens, bergamot, pineapple, mandarin orange, cardamom, papaya, and a touch of cedar and orris root.
Download the guided mediation that works best with this Orchid fragrance oil
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Grooming with Natural Fragrance
Contains Scented Notes of following in various proportions:
Native Singaporean Orchid notes: Polystachya Bella
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Polystachya Bella - Used in Citrus 3 (Men) for Team building Perfume workshop
Polystachya Bella is an enchanting non-native orchid that thrives in the lush rainforests of Kenya and Uganda at elevations ranging from 6000 to 6400 feet. This remarkable orchid boasts long-lasting, fragrant flowers that measure about 1 inch in width. Delighting the senses, these flowers open successively on a petite plant that reaches a maximum height of 8 inches. While rare in the region, the heavenly aroma of Polystachya Bella is simply irresistible, compelling us to include it in our prestigious fragrance portfolio. |
Therapeutic Orchid notes:
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Bulbophyllum reptans
Chinese name: Fushengshidou Lan (conceal life stone bean orchid); Baihuashidou Lan; Shidou Lan Chinese medicinal name: Shilianzi Bulbophyllum reptans, known for its therapeutic properties, offers a range of benefits. This remarkable orchid enriches Yin and aids in the clearance of phlegm, making it a valuable asset in traditional medicine. It also aids in improving appetite, promoting healthy digestion, and providing relief for dry throat. Through scientific analysis, several phenanthrenes, including coelonin, flavanthrin, confusarin, gynopusinblestriarene A (flavanthrin), cirrhopetalanthrin, reptanthrin, and isoreptanthrin, have been identified and isolated from this orchid, contributing to its medicinal potential. |
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Eulophia epidendraea (J.Koenig ex Retz) C.E.C. Fisch.
Indian Names: Katou kaida maravara; Katou theka maravara; Segadomma gaddalu Eulophia epidendraea, a terrestrial orchid species native to southern India (Maharashtra, Kerala, and the Eastern Ghats from Andhra Pradesh to Tamil Naidu), Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, exhibits an interesting phytochemical profile. The tubers of this orchid contain beneficial compounds such as beta-sitosterol, beta-sitosterolglucoside, beta-amyrin, and lupeol. Additionally, the leaves contain flavonoids, including apigenin, luteolin, kaempferol, and quercetin. In traditional herbal usage, the tubers of Eulophia epidendraea are sometimes employed as a vermifuge, demulcent, and analgesic. They can be applied externally to alleviate muscular pain. Furthermore, the orchid is utilized in recipes for anorexia treatment and administered orally for 15 days to address anthrax in domestic animals. These properties make Eulophia epidendraea a noteworthy plant with potential therapeutic applications. |
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Hemipilia cordifolia Lindl. Syn. Hemipelia yunnanensis (Finet) Schltr.
Chinese names: Dianshehui Lan (Yunnan beak tongue orchid), Xinyeshehui Lan Chinese medicinal name: Niudanshen Taiwanese name: Yu Shan Yi Ye Lan (Jade moun- tain single leaf orchid) This particular species is widely distributed in Nepal, Bhutan, northeast India, Myanmar, Xizang, Yunnan, Sichuan, and Taiwan. In these regions, it typically thrives at elevations ranging from 1500 to 3500 meters. In Taiwan, it specifically grows in the Central Mountain Range on grassland at altitudes of 2500 to 3000 meters. In traditional Chinese herbal medicine, the root of this species is highly regarded for its beneficial effects on the kidney. It is believed to have diuretic properties and is commonly used in the treatment of hernia and kidney diseases. To prepare a decoction, 6 to 15 grams of the herb are typically used. These traditional uses highlight the medicinal value attributed to this plant by Chinese herbalists. |
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Oberonia caulescens Lindl. ex Wall.
Chinese names: Erliechunebai Lan (hare lip white orchid), Lieyeyinluo Lan (split leaf jade/ pearl orchid), Yedaiweilan (slim leaf bird tail orchid); Xiaxiaojinerhuan (small gold earring), Hucha (curved hairpin), Yancong (rock spring onion) Xiayeyuanwei Lan This particular species is widely distributed across various regions, including northern India, Sikkim, Bhutan, Nepal, Tibet, Yunnan, Sichuan, Hunan, Hubei, Guangdong, Taiwan, and Vietnam. In herbal usage, the entire plant is utilized for its properties to stop bleeding and remove bruises. It is commonly applied as a paste directly on areas of fractures and traumatic bleeding. In India, the tubers of the plant are specifically used to treat biliary disorders. To prepare a remedy, the tubers are ground into a paste with black pepper in a 3:1 ratio. Cold water is then added to the mixture, which is consumed before meals. These traditional herbal practices highlight the plant's potential in addressing various health concerns. |
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Peristylus bulleyi (Rolfe) K. Y. Langherbal syn. Herminium bulleya (Rolfe) Tang & F.T. Wang
Chinese names: Tiaoyekuorui Lan (stripe leaf broad pistal orchid), Tiaoyejiaopan Lan (stripe leaf angle plate orchid), Chinese medicinal name: Zhulancaoz This endemic species is native to China and can be found in pine forests and grassy slopes at elevations ranging from 2500 to 3000 meters. It is primarily found in southwest and west Sichuan, as well as north and northwest Yunnan. The flowering season for this species occurs during July and August. In traditional Chinese medicine (CTM), practitioners utilize the entire grass of this species for its kidney-enriching properties. It is believed to invigorate the kidneys and strengthen the loins. The herb is commonly used for the treatment of lumbago (lower back pain) and asthenia of the kidney. It is highly regarded as a remedy for impotence and is known for its potential benefits in addressing issues related to kidney function and male reproductive health. |
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Pleione hookeriana (Lindl.) Rollisson
Chinese name: Maochundusuan Lan (hairy lip single garlic/bulb orchid) Herb is obtained from Hubei, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Yunnan and Tibet. The pseudobulbs of this plant are utilized in herbal medicine for their various properties. They are specifically used to remove heat and toxins from the body and are employed in the treatment of abscesses, snake bites, and lymphatic tuberculosis. The pseudobulbs are considered valuable for their potential to address inflammatory conditions, combat infections, and promote overall health and well-being. |
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