Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin (Blanco) Benth; also patchouly or patchouli) is a species of plant from the genus Pogostemon. It is a bushy herb of the mint family, with erect stems, reaching two or three feet (about 0.75 meter) in height and bearing small, pale pink-white flowers. The plant is native to tropical regions of Asia, and is now extensively cultivated in China, Indonesia, India, Malaysia, Mauritius, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.


Appearance: Golden orange to dark brown viscous liquid
Odor: Characteristic woody balsamic odor
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water
Specific gravity: 0.943 ?? 0.983 @ 20°C
Optical rotation: [-66 - -47] @ 20°C
Refractive index: 1.504??1.514@ 20°C
Acid value: 3.0??5.5
Ester value: 4.5??6.5
Patchullol content: 30??35%


Uses:- Patchouli is used widely in modern perfumery, by individuals who create their own scents, and in modern scented industrial products such as paper towels, laundry detergents, and air fresheners.