10049. Woodruff

Nomenclature

Woodward herb; petit muguet; Waldmeister (German).

Description and references

Leaves of Asperula odorata L., Rubiaceae. Habit. Europe, Siberia, North Africa, Australia. Constit. Coumarin, tannin, asperuloside, fatty oil, essential oil, bitter principle. Discussion of its fragrance, prepn of asperule absolute, use of Asperula in various fragrant formulations: Perfum. Essent. Oil Rec. 1963, (June) p 382.

Use

Flavoring agent; the fresh leaves in flavoring May wine, the dried leaves in sachets.