Common Name
Mimosa, Black Wattle
Scientific / Botanical Name
Acacia mearnsii
Available As
Concrete
Absolute
Wax
Description
Mimosa is celebrated for its warm, powdery floral scent and creamy, honey-like nuances. Extracted from the delicate yellow blossoms of Acacia mearnsii, Mimosa derivatives are cherished in perfumery for their soft elegance and natural richness.
Plant Part Used
Flowers
Harvest Season / Availability
Spring to early summer (typically February–April)
Moderate – available seasonally based on flowering cycles
CAS Number / EINECS Number
CAS: 94333-99-0 (Mimosa Absolute)
EINECS: 305-740-1
Odor Profile / Fragrance Notes
Warm, floral, powdery, with honeyed and woody undertones
Appearance
Golden brown waxy solid (Concrete);
Viscous amber liquid (Absolute)
Pale yellow to golden semi-solid (Wax)