Patchouli ORG

Production

Harvest

An iconic tropical plant from Asia

Native to Southeast Asia, patchouli (Pogostemon cablin) is a tropical herbaceous plant from the Lamiaceae family, valued for its fragrant leaves that contain an essence with woody and earthy tones. Widely cultivated in Indonesia and the Philippines, it is also well adapted to other humid tropical regions.

At Landema, we have developed our own plantation in Ambanja, in the northwest of Madagascar, where the equatorial climate and fertile soils promote organic cultivation. This location allows for direct control of the production chain through our farm and optimal traceability.

Manufacturing

A traditional distillation carried out on-site

Patchouli essential oil is obtained from dried leaves, whose essence content increases after a brief fermentation phase. At our Ambanja site, the production follows these key steps:

• Hand harvesting of the patchouli leaves once they have reached full maturity.

• Drying the leaves in the shade under sheds to prevent exposure to sunlight.

• Steam distillation in stills to extract the concentrated essence.

• Separation, filtration, and decantation, ensuring a clear oil, free from sediment or impurities.

• Rigorous analytical controls, ensuring compliance with organic specifications.

Application

A mythical essential oil from oriental depths

Patchouli essential oil is an icon in fine perfumery, often used as a base note. Its woody, earthy, dark, and sensual fragrance evokes the damp forest and warm lands. It blends particularly well with:

• Oriental, chypre, and amber woody accords, where it enhances longevity and depth.

• Rose, vanilla, or musky notes, for a sensual and velvety effect.

Its exceptional persistence makes it an essential ingredient for eaux de parfum, skin perfumes, and high-end scented candles.

A sensory oil for body care

In cosmetic care, patchouli essential oil is included for its deep olfactory properties as well as its good skin tolerance when properly diluted.

Frequent applications:

• In relaxing massage oils, where it creates an enveloping ambiance.

• As an ingredient in nourishing body balms or treatments for mature skin.

• In natural soaps or handmade shower gels, for its long-lasting fragrance effects.

Its exotic profile is also appreciated in masculine or unisex product ranges.

Aromatherapy :

A composition marked by patchoulol

Patchouli essential oil is known for its richness in sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpene alcohol, particularly patchoulol, which is responsible for its distinctive fragrance.

Main components:

• Patchoulol (27 to 35%)
• α-bulnesene (13 to 21%)
• α-guaiene (11 to 16%)
• β-caryophyllene (2 to 5%)
• β-patchoulene (1.8 to 3.5%)
• Pogostol (1 to 2.5%)
• Nor-patchoulenol (0.35 to 1%).

These molecules are traditionally recognized for their effects in olfaction or in diluted massage.

Technical and regulatory

Usage tips

Consult our guides: storage and preservation methods and precautions for use