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Coumarins

Coumarins

General Description: Coumarins are a type of phytochemical with a distinct sweet aroma. They are naturally occurring compounds found in a variety of plants.
Aroma Description: Coumarins have a sweet, hay-like aroma with undertones of vanilla and cinnamon.
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Alternative Phytochemicals

Phytochemicals with alternative use cases

Cinnamaldehyde

Description Cinnamaldehyde is a natural organic compound that is responsible for the sweet, warm aroma of cinnamon. It is found in the bark of cinnamon trees.

Eugenol

Description Eugenol is a naturally occurring compound found in various essential oils such as clove oil, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It is known for its aromatic and medicinal properties.

Vanillin

Description Vanillin is a phenolic aldehyde compound that is the primary component of the vanilla bean extract. It is responsible for the characteristic vanilla flavor and scent.

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Description of Appearance: Dipteryx odorata is a tropical tree known for its small, fragrant flowers and unique fruits containing fragrant seeds.
Common Names:
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Sweet Woodruff

Sweet Woodruff
Latin Name: Galium odoratum
Description of Appearance: Sweet Woodruff is a fragrant perennial plant with small, star-shaped white flowers and whorled leaves. It typically grows low to the ground and spreads quickly, creating a lush carpet of green.
Common Names:
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Lavender

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Latin Name: Lavandula
Description of Appearance: Lavandula is a fragrant herb with narrow, silver-green leaves and clusters of purple flowers on tall stems.
Common Names:
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