Agarwood (Oud)
Agarwood (Oud) AbsoluteInformation* Aquilaria malaccensis is the major source of agarwood, a resinous heartwood, used for incense and perfumes* Also Known as Aloes wood and Malacca eagle-wood* Tropical small tree (Evergreen), has pale, thin and smooth trunk, silky young shoots and leathery and long, sword shaped leaves.* It has white flowers in clusters and its fruits are egg shaped and velvety* Edible parts are the seeds and the bark Primary Benefits * The incense is used against cancer in Western, Chinese, and Indian medicine.* Relieves spasms * Lowers fevers* Helps with asthma, colic and diarrhea DetailsBotanical Name: Aquilaria malaccensis Origin: Thailand Method of Extraction: Steam DistillationPlant Part: The bark,seed.s The resin is used to flavor curriesColor: The wood is light brown and odorlessConsistency: ThinPerfumery Note: In commercial perfume it is said "Oud" is a recreated synthetic note. Agarwood is used as a middle or base note.Aroma: A rich, musty woody-nutty