Olive wood

The olive tree is a relatively small, evergreen tree whose fruits are olives, which are used to produce olive oil. The tree has small, white and fragrant flowers. The olive tree grows in the Mediterranean, Asia and Africa.

In ancient Greece, the olive trees and the holy man was not allowed to cut down or burn them. The tree has a beautiful color and is grained in an irregular pattern and are therefore particularly sought after for cabinet making and fine art.

In perfumes olive wood provides a rich, woody fragrance.