patchouly

• 名词，指一种产于东印度的薄荷科小灌木，其芳香的叶子可提取用于香水的精油；也指由该植物制成的浓重香水。

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

1. Aromatic plantB2formalscientific

   A small bushy herb native to East India, belonging to the mint family, whose leaves produce a fragrant oil used in perfumes and cosmetics.

   广藿香

   • Patchouly is often grown in tropical regions for its essential oil.
   • The leaves of the patchouly plant are harvested and dried for distillation.
   • Patchouly oil is a common ingredient in many natural perfumes.

2. Heavy perfumeB2informal

   A strong, earthy, and musky fragrance derived from the patchouly plant, used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

   浓重香水

   • She wore a distinctive patchouly perfume that lingered in the room.
   • The scent of patchouly is often associated with bohemian style.
   • Many incense sticks are scented with patchouly for a calming effect.