{"id":3958,"date":"2026-06-09T00:25:04","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T22:25:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/terra-provence.com\/ylang-ylang\/"},"modified":"2026-09-03T14:32:29","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T12:32:29","slug":"ylang-ylang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/terra-provence.com\/en\/ylang-ylang\/","title":{"rendered":"Ylang ylang"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Ylang ylang<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\t

An iconic Madagascan industry<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

The island of Nosy Be, located northwest of Madagascar in the Mozambique Channel, is one of the main ylang ylang production basins in the world. This flower, with characteristic floral notes, is harvested and then distilled locally to produce an essential oil widely used in the perfumery, cosmetics and aromatic ingredients industries.

Between Nosy B\u00e9 and the neighbouring region of Ambanja, several hundred producers and distillers contribute to this historic industry, which is an integral part of the local economy.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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A year-round harvest<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

The production of ylang ylang flowers continues throughout the year with more intense periods depending on the seasons. The flowers are harvested when they reach full maturity, recognisable by their yellow colour and full opening.

This step is essential to guarantee the aromatic quality of the essential oil extracted after distillation.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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A long and meticulous distillation<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Ylang ylang essential oil is extracted by distillation at atmospheric pressure, in a process that can last up to 24 hours.

During this process, different fractions are harvested in succession. These include Ylang Extra, Ylang First, Ylang Second and Ylang Third. Each has a specific aromatic profile and is suited to different uses depending on the industry. <\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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