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Theorange blossom is thefragrantflower of theCitrus sinensis (orange tree). It is used inperfume making and has been written about as anaphrodisiac.^[1] Orange blossomessence is an important component in the making of perfume. The petals of orange blossom can also be made intoorange flower water (as an alternative torose water), a common part of bothFrench cuisine andMiddle Eastern cuisine (most often as an ingredient in desserts andbaked goods). It's also present in Hispanic culinary traditions, with notable examples being Mexicanpan de muerto and SpanishRoscón de Reyes.

In theUnited States, orange flower water is often used to make orange blossomscones, and the orange blossom is thestate flower ofFlorida.^[2]

InSpain, the orange blossom lends its name to theCosta del Azahar ("Orange Blossom Coast"), theCastellon seaboard. Fallen blossoms are dried and used to maketea.

• Oranges (fruit)
• Symbols of Florida

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