Chris Pine

I like kind of natural, woodsy earth tones. I like patchouli. I like tobacco. I like sandalwood. I like tree resin. I'm not a huge fan of citrus - I like things that are kind of moodier and... more deeper base notes.

American Actor

Camille Rowe

I used to wear the sweetest, gnarliest things that smelt like candy. That said, I've always burned incense - a real hippie situation - and have forever been drawn to patchouli, musk, woodsy scents and rose.

French Model

Olivia Wilde

Believe it or not, I'm a big fan of patchouli oil. I know it's not a universally liked fragrance. I usually combine it with other essential oils - I have many mixtures I like.

American Actress

Eva Green

I'm not really keen on men wearing perfumes. It's just a bit wrong! I don't find it sexy. I prefer essential oils - patchouli is nice.

French Actress

Hamish Bowles

My childhood memories seem to be wreathed in the twin and far from harmonious olfactory sensations of patchouli oil and caustic soda.

English Journalist

Julia Roberts

Patchouli has always been a part of my fragrance, like a line through my life.

Patchouli is often associated with 1960s and 1970s hippie culture.

Hippie Culture

Patchouli has a distinctive strong, earthy aroma that can be overpowering if used too much.

Strong Aroma

Historically, patchouli was used to mask unpleasant smells, like in wardrobes or on fabric.

Scent Masking

Knowing that patchouli is part of the mint family helps recognize its botanical characteristics.

Botanical Identity

Patchouli is not commonly used in cooking, unlike many of its mint relatives.

Culinary Uses

Recognize patchouli as a tropical plant, which influences where and how it can be grown.