Straw

A note of dry grass that represents the dried stalks left after grain is harvested.

Green

Straw

Overview

Straw is the dry stalks left after grain is harvested. It differs from hay in both its source material and its uses, and the two are treated as separate things.

Scent Profile

The image is of dry grass, with a bright, gentle woody texture. It suggests plant matter that has lost its freshness and become light and dry.

Use in Perfumery

In fragrance descriptions, straw stands for the scent of dried plants. It also appears alongside green notes, setting fresh plants against dry ones.

Perfumes with this note