Hidden under the veil of darkness, these night-blooming flowers seduce us with their intensely narcotic scents. They remind us of the magic that flourishes in shadows, capturing our imagination with their intoxicating fragrances and ethereal glow. Save $39 with this bundle that includes three 15mLs.

FRAGRANCE STORY

"The evening primrose does not seek the sun; it blooms under the moon, where the true light shines." -Japanese Proverb

"I am a garden of black and red agonies, blooming like the night’s fragrant flower." -Sylvia Plath

In the Heretic’s Garden, nocturnal flowers reign supreme as Mother Nature’s most enigmatic treasures. Hidden under the veil of darkness, they seduce us with their intensely narcotic scents. Evolved to attract pollinators that are active at night such as the evocatively named Flying Fox Bat or the Death's Head Hawkmoth, these botanical beauties thrive in the moonlight and attract man and creature alike with their pale, luminous petals and hypnotic fragrance. Their mysterious flowering cycles have intrigued scientists for centuries, adding to their allure, as is their ephemeral presence—many of these fleeting florals last mere hours, creating a sense of urgency and wonder. 

As perfumers, we are also enchanted by these nocturnal blooms because of how powerfully they symbolize transformation, hidden beauty and the lure of the unknown. They remind us of the magic that flourishes in shadows, capturing our imagination with their intoxicating scents and ethereal glow. And we are not alone; for millennia, nocturnal flowers have been cherished for their symbolic and spiritual significance – from Daoist and Buddhist devotees using them as metaphors of impermanence, to Amazonian Shamans selecting certain varieties for their psychoactive properties to create a bridge to the realm of the gods.

We hope you will be as captivated by these nocturnal scents as we are, and uncover the rich symbolism and sensory magic hidden within their blooms. 

FRAGRANCE NOTES

Nocturnal Tuberose
TOP: Neroli, Linalool, Sichuan Pepper
HEART: Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Rose, Gardenia, Orange Blossom
BASE: Ambrette Seed, Vetiver, Cistus

VI – The Lovers Card: Nocturnal Tuberose aligns with The Lovers tarot card, which evokes the duality of heart and head, love and limerence, light and darkness.

Angel's Trumpet
TOP: Green Freesia, Hyssop, Geranium
HEART: Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Pink Water Lily, Tiarre Flower
BASE: Vetiver, Violet Leaf

XIII  – The Death Card: The Angel's Trumpet flower was revered by Aztec Shamans who used it in rituals to bridge the realms of the living and the dead. Its association with transformation and profound change makes it a perfect match for the Death card, which signifies endings that pave the way for new beginnings.

Queen of the Night
TOP: Ylang-Ylang, Bitter Orange, Lime
HEART: Jasmine, Mimosa
BASE: Vanilla, Vetiver

II – The High Priestess Card: The luminous petals and sweet, hypnotic fragrance of the Queen of the Night flower have inspired myths and legends, symbolizing nature’s abundance and deep mystery. This ethereal blossom is therefore the perfect embodiment of the High Priestess card, representing introspection, wisdom, and bewitching power.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

No phthalates • No parabens • No synthetic dyes • No formaldehyde • Vegan-friendly • Cruelty-free

At Heretic, we prefer the real thing over synthetics whenever possible. Our handcrafted fragrances are blended in organic sugarcane alcohol, with real botanical extracts that harness the wild beauty and functional benefits of nature. These plant-based ingredients possess the therapeutic powers of the extracts they contain, like the calming effects of jasmine or the uplifting properties of citrus oils.