Literary notes about odoriferous (AI summary)
The word "odoriferous" has been employed throughout literature to evoke a vivid sensory impression of distinct smells. In ancient geographical texts, Poseidonius describes an odoriferous salt discovered in Arabia, imbuing the natural resource with a notable characteristic that captured the attention of scholars [1]. Later, during the era of exploration, the term was used to characterize the durian—a fruit renowned for its intense scent—that was cherished and transported by the Burmese kings, thereby highlighting its aromatic prominence despite its potent odor [2]. Additionally, the descriptor appears in botanical contexts where it is applied to plants like amomum, further underscoring a longstanding literary tradition of associating the term with uniquely memorable fragrances [3].