The Orange blossom is the lovely and fragrant flower of orange trees or Citrus sinensis. It is used in making perfumes. It is an aphrodisiac and the state flower of Florida.

It is traditionally associated with good fortune and is a popular favorite in bridal bouquets and head wreaths in weddings.

Orange blossom essence is an important component in the making of perfume. The petals of orange blossom can also be made into a delicately citrus-scented orange blossom water or orange flower water.

This is an ingredient in desserts and baked products. French cuisine and Middle Eastern cooking use this fragrant orange water. In the United States, orange flower water is used to make orange blossom scones and marshmallows.

Orange blossom honey or the citrus honey is produced by putting beehives in the citrus groves during blooming period. Orange blossom honey is highly prized and tastes very much like the orange fruit.

In Spain, the fallen blossoms are dried and then used to make tea.