Agarwood (Oud)

Agarwood (Oud) Absolute Information 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 Details Botanical Name: Aquilaria malaccensis Origin:  Thailand Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation Plant Part:  The bark,seed.s The resin is used to flavor curries Color: The wood is light brown and odorless Consistency: Thin Perfumery 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-nu