Scientific Overview: Ylang-ylang produces fragrant flowers with a sweet, floral aroma. The essential oil derived from ylang-ylang flowers has aromatic, calming, and skin-conditioning properties.
Cultivation and Harvest: Ylang-ylang trees are cultivated in tropical regions worldwide for their flowers. The flowers are harvested when fully bloomed and then steam distilled to extract the essential oil.
Plant Morphology: Ylang-ylang trees have glossy, dark green leaves and produce clusters of yellow-green flowers with long, twisting petals. The flowers have a strong, sweet fragrance and are used in perfumery and aromatherapy.