Made from marigold flowers in sandalwood oil genda attar is seldom encountered outside of India. The commoness of the marigold leads people to believe that there is nothing special about it yet it's perfume is uniquely beautiful: very "green" And refreshing. In India garlands of marigold are given to symbolize friendship loyalty and steadfastness in love. In India people festoon temples with beautiful garlands of marigold then meditate in the fragrant atmosphere.