What Is Agarwood: From a Wounded Tree to Fragrant Resin

Not wood, but "crystallized wound"

Agarwood comes from Aquilaria trees. When injured by lightning, insects, wind or cutting, the tree secretes resin; with fungal action over years it forms fragrant, resin-rich agarwood.

Why it is valued

Natural formation takes years to decades, and not every tree produces it. Resin content and aroma define its worth—understanding this is the first step to knowing agarwood.

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