Definition

Noun 1. A tropical tree: An evergreen tree (Cananga odorata) native to Asia, known for its highly fragrant flowers. 2. A source of perfume: The tree whose flowers yield a volatile, aromatic oil (ylang-ylang oil) used extensively in perfumery. 3. An ornamental plant: A tree widely cultivated in tropical regions for its aesthetic and aromatic qualities.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Cananga odorata in the botanical garden is in full bloom.
  • Essential oil is distilled from the flowers of the Cananga odorata.
  • Many tropical landscapes feature Cananga odorata for its beauty and scent.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical/technical contexts: The name is used precisely to refer to the species in scientific, horticultural, or aromatherapy discussions.
  • The study focused on the cultivation requirements of Cananga odorata.

Variants and Related Words

• Ylang-ylang: This is the common name for both the tree and the fragrant oil extracted from its flowers.
  • The scent of ylang-ylang filled the air.
• Cananga: Sometimes used as a shorter form, though is the full botanical name.

Synonyms

• Ylang-ylang tree: The most common synonym.
• Perfume tree: A descriptive synonym highlighting its primary use.

Noun

1. evergreen Asian tree with aromatic greenish-yellow flowers yielding a volatile oil; widely grown in the tropics as an ornamental