Ylang-Ylang im Masoala Regenwald des Zoo Zürich

Ylang-ylang tree

Cananga odorata

The flowers of the ylang-ylang tree are yellowish-green and have an exotic, floral scent. The essential oil extracted from the flowers is therefore an important component in many perfume formulations.

The ylang-ylang tree grows up to 20 meters tall.

Distribution

Southeast Asia and Australia

Number of related species

2 species

Use

an important essence in the cosmetics industry (for example, in Chanel No. 5)

Habitat at the zoo:

Masoala Rainforest
Distribution

Southeast Asia and Australia

Number of related species

2 species

Use

an important essence in the cosmetics industry (for example, in Chanel No. 5)

Habitat at the zoo:

Masoala Rainforest

Godparent

Support the plants of Zoo Zurich with your annual godparent sponsorship

Ylang-ylang tree for CHF 500.–

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Godparent

Support the plants of Zoo Zurich with your annual godparent sponsorship

Ylang-ylang tree for CHF 500.–

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