Eastern Hyacinth (Hyacinthus Orientalis)

Other names: Hyacinth eastern

Hyacinthus orientalis is a highly prized perennial plant, grown primarily for its beautiful flowers and strong fragrance. It is a species of bulbous plant native to the eastern Mediterranean. It is well known for its flowers consisting of many small bell-shaped florets arranged in a dense raceme. This plant is commonly grown as an ornamental plant, both in outdoor gardens and indoors, and is popular for its ease of cultivation and extremely attractive appearance.

Although the Eastern Hyacinth is primarily known as an ornamental plant, its uses extend beyond horticulture. Its strong and unique fragrance is widely used in perfumery. Hyacinth oil, extracted from the flowers of the hyacinth, is often added to perfumes and other cosmetic products for its sweet yet slightly spicy scent. In addition, Eastern Hyacinth is used in aromatherapy, where its scent is believed to have relaxing and calming effects. Although hyacinth oil is quite expensive to produce, its unique scent makes it a sought-after ingredient for many luxury products.