{"product_id":"sweet-inula-pure-wild-inula-graveolens-essential-oil-copper-distilled","title":"SWEET INULA - Pure wild Inula graveolens Essential oil copper distilled","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA dynamic, shape-shifting complex emerald-green wonder\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e Highly operative \u0026amp; powerfully aromatic\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet Inula graveolens essential oil is one of the most intriguing, prized, and biochemically unique oils in the world of aromatics. Derived from a plant that is simultaneously viewed as a humble if not invasive weed and a luxurious therapeutic treasure, it is highly sought after both in high end niche perfumery and for aromatherapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the plant has a low distillation yield, sweet inula oil is costy and usually reserved for high-end niche perfumery, or lovers of uncommon aromatics, rather than for everyday aromatherapy uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eWe do not ever sell oils for any therapeutic use but for olfactory enjoyment only. Independent in depth research, and consultancy with a qualified therapist should be made before contemplating any therapeutic use. Any use other than fragrant enjoyment from the bottle is made under your own entire responsibility.\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis oil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eThis is an unrectified, wild, complex oil for appreciators who want character, not a standardized product. In other words, this is not your standard commercial Inula. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eWe strongly encourage you to read the full page before considering an order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eThe oil offers a lively and fiercely complex aromatic experience, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eshifting from a fresh minty and floral opening, to primitive savory depth enwrapped in buttery sweetgrass, to a fruity-sweet resinous dry down. It is highly operative energetically,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe olfactive journey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight out of the bottle, the oil opens with a beautifully crisp, clean, and striking presence. It bursts with a refreshing, \"minty\" sharpness, a vast bouquet of dried aromatic herbs, and a delicate, passing floral nuance. It is pristine and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the oil unfolds its heavier molecules awaken. A good five minutes in, the clean veil parts to reveal a deep, damp, \"swampy\" undertone difficult to describe. It is evocative of a young Deg Bhapka wild Vetiver. By minute 10, the oil peaks in its raw complexity, unveiling highly intriguing savory facets (please do read more about those towards the end of the page). Additional notes of asafetida (heeng), warm cumin, and of the starchy, subterranean sweetness of cooked parsnip. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is accompanied by other notes, notably a round herbaceous buttery sweetness evocative of sweetgrass, wild fennel and some more classic green-earthy tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis intense,savory chapter is transient. Over the next fifteen minutes, any pungent root notes completely dissipate, carrying away with them any lingering energy stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf an hour in, the oil undergoes a magnificent transformation. What remains is a thick, buttery, jammy richness pulsing with unexpected fruity nuances wrapped in the warm, vanilla-hay sweetness of wild sweetgrass on a resinous forest floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe above lasts for around an additional two hours, until the oil enters its dry down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dry down sweet, beautifuly fragrant, ambery and resinous with a delicate hint of soft suede lasts a few extra hours. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe robe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love looking at the actual robe (colour) of essential oils. \u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eOne striking aspect of this oil is its stunning emerald-green color robe, a visual testament to the natural alchemy that occurs when the plant’s unique volatile compounds meet a traditional copper still and a skilled slow cycle distillation. Standard industrial steam distilled oils are pale translucid yellow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003ePictures show the magnificent robe under different light and background contexts. One was taken by one of our dear friends to whom I sent samples. It illustrates the color when in tiny quantities in bright daylight (It is the same oil in all pictures, taken a couple weeks apart)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIn a nutshell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eInula graveolens (Syn. Dittrichia graveolens) pure unrectified essential oil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eWild-harvested in the South of France. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eIn the wild, the plant is a sticky, bushy annual with tiny yellow flowers. When handled, it releases a sharp, pungent and camphoraceous aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eArtisan distilled aerial parts, slow steam distillation in a traditional Copper Still\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eStrong aromatic intensity \u0026amp; extremely dynamic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongevity :  performs in middle register, lasting around 4 to 5+ hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe Scentient Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIn the traditions of aromatic wellness, Sweet Inula is revered for its unmatched ability to cut through stagnation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eWhile we make no medical claims, this oil acts as a profound ritual tool for...\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eEmotional Grounding:\u003c\/span\u003e the complex intersection of sharp camphor and muddy, vetiver-like earth notes cuts right through mental fog, tethering an overactive mind back to the physical body.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eInner peace : a deeply calming scent for moments of self-care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eDeepening the Breath, as it\u003c\/span\u003e create a sensation of expansive, wide-open space and crisp clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eClearing Stagnant Air,\u003c\/span\u003e bringing a purifying, revitalizing energy to heavy or confined spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of our Mediterranean oils coproductions that we sell \u003cstrong\u003ebulk and wholesale\u003c\/strong\u003e, don't hesitate to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/scentient-nature.net\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e if you want bigger quantities (seasonal stock pending, preorders possible). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNose warning\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eUn nez averti en vaut deux\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rare oil is a true, unrectified expression of the untamed Mediterranean wilderness. Powerfully aromatic and deeply operative, it behaves less like a simple essential oil and more like a living, shifting niche perfume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it possesses distinct, transient savory notes in its early stages, it might be a (worthy !) acquired taste for some, and for others there might be notes that are not enjoyed during minutes 5 to 25 of the unfolding (indicative).  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oils is perfectly suited for : \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose looking for an oil with massive structural character to inject life, mystery, and complexity into their accords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractitioners who prioritize raw botanical potency and a deeply operative, unadulterated energy over flattened commercial predictability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced noses, collectors of rare aromatics and lovers of the beautoful singularities of aromatics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eWe prefer to delight a small circle of appreciators rather than disappoint someone expecting a more mainstream aromatic.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003ePlease read the olfactory breakdown above carefully before investing. Getting samples first is always a good idea.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eA few cultural Insights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species name graveolens translates from Latin to mean \"heavily scented\" (\u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003egravis =\u003c\/em\u003e \"heavy\" or \"potent,\" and \u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003eolens =\u003c\/em\u003e \"smelling\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe genus name Inula is tied to the ancient Greek word \u003cem\u003einéō\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \"to purge \/ cleanse\" (\"carry off by evacuation\"). While its famous cousin, Inula helenium (Elecampane), dominates historical Greek and Roman texts, Inula graveolens has deep roots in Mediterranean folk medicine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, the wild plant was gathered by monks and traditional healers of Mediterranean Europe. It was commonly boiled so the steam could be inhaled for severe respiratory illnesses, or applied topically to soothe wounds and skin infections. \u003cem\u003eWe do not make any such medical claim, this just cultural history information for your enjoyment.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scentient Nature - Rare Aromatics","offers":[{"title":"1.5 ml sample in high recovery lab vial","offer_id":50790632915044,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 ml in glass attar bottle with glass applicator","offer_id":50790632947812,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 ml in blue UV filtering essential oil bottle","offer_id":50790632980580,"sku":null,"price":71.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 ml in glass attar bottle with glass applicator","offer_id":50790633013348,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 ml in blue UV filtering essential oil bottle","offer_id":50790633046116,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/1271\/6388\/files\/signal-2026-09-27-12-29-23-672_007.3.jpg?v=1790506774","url":"https:\/\/scentient-nature.net\/products\/sweet-inula-pure-wild-inula-graveolens-essential-oil-copper-distilled","provider":"Scentient Nature - Rare Aromatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}