Dama de Noche
The note of Dama de Noche, a flower that blooms at night.
Floral
About Dama de Noche
Dama de Noche (Cestrum nocturnum) is an evergreen shrub in the nightshade family, known for its intense fragrance released at night. Native to the West Indies and tropical America, it is also called night-blooming jasmine or night jessamine. In perfumery, the note is used to evoke the scent of night-blooming flowers.
Scent Profile
The scent of Dama de Noche is sweet, rich, and slightly spicy with a floral character. It blooms at night, and its fragrance is powerful enough to travel long distances, giving a sensual and mysterious impression. It shares similarities with jasmine and tuberose but is often described as having greener and more animalic nuances.
Use in Perfumery
Dama de Noche is used primarily in floral bouquets and oriental fragrances to recreate its unique nocturnal aroma. Natural extracts are rarely used; instead, it is often recreated using synthetic materials or combinations of other floral notes. It serves as an accent in the heart or base notes, evoking romantic scenes in a night garden or under moonlight.
