vetiver
noun
vet·i·ver
ˈve-tə-vər 
: a tall perennial grass (Chrysopogon zizanioides) of southeastern Asia cultivated in warm regions especially for its fragrant roots which are used especially in woven goods (such as mats) and in perfumes
also
: its root
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As 1272 dries down, floral notes come to the fore along with grounding patchouli, leading its wearer from golden hour to twilight and preparing the nose for a base of vetiver, sandalwood, ambery Cistus, and tonka.
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Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 15 June 2025
Today, my appreciation for fragrance has led me to understand its composition: Bursts of neroli, lavender and crisp lemon notes mingled with earthy vetiver—all anchored by amber and sandalwood.
—Stixx Mathews, Essence, 13 June 2025
Darker and more sensual, Black Moonlight has a base of patchouli, vetiver, Tonka bean, and benzoin, which is overlayered with top notes of bergamot and mandarin, as well as saffron, lavender, Sambac jasmine, and hazelnut.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
Then there's Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild Eau de Parfum, $90, and Cult Gaia Mast Eau de Parfum, $228, both with green vetiver and blossom.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 10 June 2025
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Austa Somvichian-Clausen, Robb Report, 15 June 2025
Today, my appreciation for fragrance has led me to understand its composition: Bursts of neroli, lavender and crisp lemon notes mingled with earthy vetiver—all anchored by amber and sandalwood.
—Stixx Mathews, Essence, 13 June 2025
Darker and more sensual, Black Moonlight has a base of patchouli, vetiver, Tonka bean, and benzoin, which is overlayered with top notes of bergamot and mandarin, as well as saffron, lavender, Sambac jasmine, and hazelnut.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
Then there's Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild Eau de Parfum, $90, and Cult Gaia Mast Eau de Parfum, $228, both with green vetiver and blossom.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 10 June 2025
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“Vetiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vetiver. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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