Watercress

About Watercress

Watercress is a greener vegetal note evoking the foliage of Nasturtium officinale, a plant associated with watery habitats. Its rounded, darker green leaves are familiar as an edible crop. In perfumery, the note suggests fresher picked leaves and a lighter peppery edge, giving a leafy composition a more sharply defined outline.

Scent Profile

**Watery foliage and a lightly peppery green impression** form its central character. Parsley can connect it with the aroma of freshly cut herbs. Geranium and coriander can contribute floral and spicy contours, while a softer musk gives the greener leaves a little warmth without removing their freshness.

Use in Perfumery

The note can act as a leafy focal point in fragrances exploring vegetables or aromatic herbs. Vetiver adds drier roots and woody depth beneath the foliage, while musk softens its contact with the skin. The note name concerns an intended smell; it does not establish that edible leaves or a specific botanical extract are physically present in a perfume.