Tuberose wax (Polianthes tuberosa)

Scientific name: Polianthes tuberosa
Family: Asparagaceae
Common names: Tuberose

Cultivated and extract in India.

The tuberose is believed to be native to central and southern Mexico. It is no longer found in the wild, probably as a result of being domesticated by the Aztecs. It is currently grown in many tropical and temperate countries. Polianthes tuberosa is the only one of the species in genus Polianthes in commercial cultivation.

It’s a “waste” from the extraction of the precious essence of the famous Tuberose, which is made using solvents—we could call it concrete, even though it’s not. In truth, companies in India don’t want to describe the process in detail, undoubtedly to avoid industrial espionage and theft of the technique. Kannauj is the city par excellence of Attar artisans; in past centuries, it was a key hub for the perfume trade, and it’s believed to be one of the cities on the Silk and Spice Routes.

This truly unique material could prove very useful in the production of your cosmetics.

Ointments, lip balms, and even for making attars (ancient oil-based perfumes).

Its aroma smells of pollen, fruity, resinous aroma.