ylang-ylang

• Árbol perennifolio de Asia tropical con flores fragantes de color verde amarillento, de las que se extrae un aceite esencial muy usado en perfumería; también se cultiva ampliamente en los trópicos como planta ornamental.

A noun referring to an evergreen Asian tree with aromatic greenish-yellow flowers that yield a volatile oil, widely grown in the tropics as an ornamental.

1. Tropical treeB2formal

   An evergreen Asian tree known for its fragrant greenish-yellow flowers, which are used to produce a volatile oil; widely cultivated in tropical regions as an ornamental plant.

   Árbol de ylang-ylang

   • The ylang-ylang tree thrives in the humid climate of Southeast Asia.
   • Gardeners often plant ylang-ylang for its beautiful and aromatic blossoms.
   • The oil extracted from ylang-ylang flowers is a popular ingredient in perfumes.

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2. Fragrant oilB2formal

   A volatile oil derived from the flowers of the ylang-ylang tree, used in aromatherapy and perfumery for its sweet, floral scent.

   Aceite de ylang-ylang

   • Ylang-ylang oil is often used in massage therapy to promote relaxation.
   • The perfume contains a blend of jasmine and ylang-ylang.
   • A few drops of ylang-ylang oil can create a calming atmosphere in a room.