Agarwood vs Sandalwood: Not the Same Family
Fundamentally different
Agarwood (Thymelaeaceae) is resinous wood from a wounded tree; sandalwood (Santalaceae) is fragrant from its own heartwood oils—no wound needed. One "falls ill to become scent", the other is "born fragrant".
Scent and use
Sandalwood is sweet, warm, milky—common in sticks and carving. Agarwood is more complex, cool-sweet or medicinal—best for tasting and blending. Don’t confuse them. Science summary.
Compiled for general knowledge; traditional references are cultural notes, not medical advice.
常见问题
Agarwood vs Sandalwood是什么？
Agarwood is wounded resin-wood; sandalwood is naturally fragrant heartwood. Different origin, scent and use.
沉香怎么选购？
选购沉香应认准可溯源、可检测的渠道，按用途选择形态（线香 / 手串 / 原料），不盲目追高、不轻信「野生」「沉水」等夸大宣传。
沉香如何保养？
沉香怕潮、怕串味、怕暴晒，应密封、避光、阴凉存放，不同产区分开保存；长期不用的香材定期通风检查，防霉防虫。
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