ylang-ylang

ylang-ylang

ylang-ylang , perfume oil obtained by distillation of the fragrant flowers of Cananga odorata, a large tropical Asian tree of the custard-apple family. The oil is highly valued for soaps, cosmetics, and expensive perfumes, particularly in what are known as Oriental blends.

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ylang‐ylang oil

ylang‐ylang oil Aromatic oil from flowers of Philippine tree Cananga odorata used as a flavouring in soft drinks, confectionery, and baked goods.

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DAVID A. BENDER. "ylang‐ylang oil." A Dictionary of Food and Nutrition. 2005. Encyclopedia.com. 10 Feb. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>.

DAVID A. BENDER. "ylang‐ylang oil." A Dictionary of Food and Nutrition. 2005. Encyclopedia.com. (February 10, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O39-ylangylangoil.html

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ylang-ylang

ylang-ylang tree (Cananga odorata) of Malaysia, etc. XIX. of Tagalog orig.

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T. F. HOAD. "ylang-ylang." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Encyclopedia.com. 10 Feb. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>.

T. F. HOAD. "ylang-ylang." The Concise Oxford Dictionary of English Etymology. 1996. Encyclopedia.com. (February 10, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O27-ylangylang.html

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ylang ylang

ylang ylang (macassar oil) See CANANGA.

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MICHAEL ALLABY. "ylang ylang." A Dictionary of Plant Sciences. 1998. Encyclopedia.com. 10 Feb. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>.

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ylang-ylang

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"ylang-ylang." Oxford Dictionary of Rhymes. 2007. Encyclopedia.com. 10 Feb. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>.

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Free newspaper and magazine articles

The aroma of the Ylang-ylang.(Home and Garden)
Newspaper article from: Manila Bulletin; 3/30/2010
Ylang ylang oil brings sweet success to Tarlac community.
News Wire article from: Philippines News Agency; 4/7/2009
Soothing moments at Ylang-Ylang Spa in Taal Vista Hotel.(Tourism)
Newspaper article from: Manila Bulletin; 9/13/2005

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