In the world of scented notes, several orchid species stand out for their captivating aromas and therapeutic properties. The Hoya imperialis, with its striking pink and white corona, releases a delightful fragrance in the evening. Known for its rapid growth and abundant blooms, it is a cherished ingredient in perfumes and offers therapeutic benefits.
Another notable orchid, the Cymbidium aloifolium, also known as the "stripe petal orchid," can be found across various regions. Used in traditional medicine, this orchid is valued for its ability to alleviate inflammation, pain, weakness, and other ailments. Its composition includes phenanthrenes, which contribute to its analgesic effects.
The Cymbidium finlaysonianum holds a special place in Malay traditional medicine, where it is utilized to dispel bewitchment and restore health. With its glycosides of vitexin and isovitexin, this orchid species is known for its restorative properties and is highly regarded for its potential therapeutic applications.
Among Chinese growers, the Cymbidium kanran enjoys popularity due to its strong and enchanting fragrance. Blooming from August to January, it is employed in Chinese herbal medicine to cleanse the heart, soothe the lungs, and provide relief for coughs, asthma, gastroenteritis, and ascariasis.
Lastly, the Dendrobium aphyllum, widely distributed throughout Southeast Asia, China, Sikkim, and Nepal, holds significance in local practices. It is recognized as shihu and utilized for its tonic properties. The Valmikis tribe in India harnesses the juice from its young pseudobulbs to alleviate earaches, while dried stems are used for their shihu properties. These orchid species offer a fragrant journey filled with therapeutic potential.
Another notable orchid, the Cymbidium aloifolium, also known as the "stripe petal orchid," can be found across various regions. Used in traditional medicine, this orchid is valued for its ability to alleviate inflammation, pain, weakness, and other ailments. Its composition includes phenanthrenes, which contribute to its analgesic effects.
The Cymbidium finlaysonianum holds a special place in Malay traditional medicine, where it is utilized to dispel bewitchment and restore health. With its glycosides of vitexin and isovitexin, this orchid species is known for its restorative properties and is highly regarded for its potential therapeutic applications.
Among Chinese growers, the Cymbidium kanran enjoys popularity due to its strong and enchanting fragrance. Blooming from August to January, it is employed in Chinese herbal medicine to cleanse the heart, soothe the lungs, and provide relief for coughs, asthma, gastroenteritis, and ascariasis.
Lastly, the Dendrobium aphyllum, widely distributed throughout Southeast Asia, China, Sikkim, and Nepal, holds significance in local practices. It is recognized as shihu and utilized for its tonic properties. The Valmikis tribe in India harnesses the juice from its young pseudobulbs to alleviate earaches, while dried stems are used for their shihu properties. These orchid species offer a fragrant journey filled with therapeutic potential.
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Native Singaporean Orchid notes: Hoya imperialis
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Hoya imperialis - Used in Citrus 8 (Women) for Team building Perfume workshop
The Hoya imperialis exhibits large and stunning flowers that mature into a breathtaking pink hue with a white corona. Occasionally, the corona itself may also display a pink coloration. As a prolific bloomer, this plant brings a sense of fulfillment when its flowers bloom. It is worth noting that Hoyas tend to bloom more frequently and earlier when planted in smaller pots, so it is advisable to avoid using overly large containers. For orchid enthusiasts, maintaining a room temperature above 60°F is recommended. While Hoyas are generally known for their fast growth, the Hoya imperialis surpasses expectations, with reports of it reaching an astonishing height of 30 feet in just 18 months. The flowers emit a captivating fragrance in the evening, characterized by delightful hints of Neroli. Their scent is truly remarkable, exuding a strong and enchanting aroma. |
Therapeutic Orchid notes:
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Cymbidium aloifolium (L.) Sw. Syn. Cymbidium pendulum (Roxb) Sw.
Chinese name: Wenban Lan (stripe petal orchid), Yingyediao Lan (stiff leaf hanging Cymbid- ium), Chuihuadiao Lan (pendulant flower Cymbidium), Diao Lan (hanging Cymbidium), Dabi Lan (lean-on-the-wall Cymbidium) Chinese medicinal name: Yingyediao Lan (stiff leaf hanging Cymbidium) Thai name: Ka Re Ka Ron Vietnamese Name: Kim bien Laotian names: Lung khao, Huan so pet, Kin loum, Khi mot top Indian name: Supurn in Orissa State, boat orchid; panaipulluruvi (Valaiyans in Tamil Nadu) Myanmar name: Thit tet lin nay Nepalese name: Harjor in Tharu English name: boat orchid Cymbidium aloifolium contains various phenanthrenes such as aloifol I and II, coelonin and 6-methoxycoelonin, cymbinodin A, cymbinodin B, pendulin (a polyoxygenated phenanthrene derivative), and denthyrsinin (a 3,7-dihydroxy-2,4,8-trimethoxyphe-nanthrene). The leaves of this plant possess anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. In traditional Indian medicine, the juice extracted from the entire plant, combined with ginger and a small amount of water, is used to induce vomiting and diarrhea, and to address chronic illnesses, weakness of the eyes, vertigo, and paralysis. Among different tribes, the Konda tribe from the East Godavari district utilizes the roots of the plant to treat foot cracks, while the Koya tribe from the Khammam district employs a similar preparation for setting fractures. In the Kudremukh National Park of Karnataka, tribal residents use the mucilage extracted from the orchid leaves to stop bleeding caused by leech bites. |
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Cymbidium finlaysonianum Lindl.
Malay name: Sepuleh Thai name: Ka Re ka Ron Pak Pet Phytochemistry: 7-O-glycosides of vitexin and isovitexin was identified from C. finlaysonianum. Herbal Usage: Mr. Burkhill reported that the Malay medicine men used it to remove bewitchment in Telok Anson, in the northwest of Peninsular Malaysia. Malay name for treating illness is, sepuleh which translates as “restorative”, i.e. restoring to health. |
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Cymbidium kanran Makino
Local Name: Han lan (frigid Cymbidium orchid), winter orchid, Cao Lan (grass orchid) This magnificent species enjoys much popu- larity among Chinese growers on account of its elegant form and strong fragrance. It flowers from August to January but mostly in December and January. Herbal Usage: Herb is obtained from Huadong, Huanan and Yunnan. Chinese herbalists employ the entire plant to “purify the heart”, smooth the lungs, or to stop coughs and asthma. Roots are used for treating gastroenteritis and ascariasis. |
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Dendrobium aphyllum (Roxb.) C.E.C. Fisch, syn. D. macrostachyum Lindl.
Thai names: Uean sai, Ueang sai long laeng, Ueang yumai, Ueang khai nao, Ueang saimai, Ueang lawng laeng The species is widespread in continental Southeast Asia, spreading to southwest China, Sikkim and Nepal. Herbal Usage: It is used as shihu. Stems are used to prepare a tonic in Nepal. Eardrops prepared with juice of young pseudobulbs are used by the Valmikis tribe of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh to treat earache. Dried stems are used as shihu. |
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Den crepidatum Lindl. & Paxton
Chinese name: Meigui Shihu (rose Dendrobium) Thai name: Uang sai nam khieo. Phytochemistry: 3 alkaloids, crepidine, crepidamine and dendrocrepine were isolated from D. crepidatum. Herbal Usage: In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the stems of the orchid are utilized to nourish yin, improve stomach function, and alleviate dry or itchy throat. In Nepal, the stems are employed in the treatment of fractures. Among the Hani ethnic group in the Naban River Watershed National Nature Reserve in Yunnan, China, the orchid is one of the 199 medicinal plants that they use. While the Hani typically gather other medicinal plants from the forest, they commonly cultivate the orchid in their home gardens. |
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Dendrobium jenkinsii Wall. ex Lindl.
Thai name: Ueang phung noi Myanmar name: Yadanar shwe ket lay This miniature species is distributed from the eastern Himalayas to Myanmar, Thailand, southern Yunnan, Laos and Vietnam. Herbal Usage: As shihu. |
Other scent note
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