pachouli

• Sustantivo que designa un pequeño arbusto originario de la India oriental, de la familia de las mentas, cuyo aceite aromático de las hojas se usa en perfumería; también, el perfume intenso elaborado con dicha planta.

A noun referring to a small East Indian shrubby mint, the fragrant oil from its leaves used in perfumes, or a heavy perfume made from this plant.

1. Aromatic plantB2formal

   A small, bushy herb native to East India, belonging to the mint family, whose leaves are used to produce a fragrant essential oil.

   Pachulí (planta aromática)

   • The patchouli plant thrives in the tropical climate of Southeast Asia.
   • Patchouli leaves are harvested and dried before the oil is extracted.
   • The farmer cultivated a small patch of patchouli in his garden.

   Sinónimospatchoulipatchouly

2. Perfume ingredientB2informal

   A strong, earthy, and musky perfume or essential oil derived from the leaves of the patchouli plant, commonly used in fragrances and aromatherapy.

   Pachulí (perfume)

   • She wore a distinctive perfume with notes of patchouli and sandalwood.
   • The incense had a rich patchouli scent that filled the room.
   • Many natural soaps are made with patchouli oil for its calming aroma.