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Chen Xiang (Aquilaria sinensis)

  • Botanical name: Aquilaria sinensis
  • Common name: Aquilaria wood, Aloeswood
  • Literal name translation: sinking fragrance
  • Family: Thymeleaceae
  • Part used in Chinese medicine: resinous wood
  • Major Chinese medicine actions:
  • Promotes movement of qi, alleviates pain, regulates the middle,
    directs rebellious qi downward,, assists Kidneys in grasping qi
Aquilaria wood
Aquilaria wood

Photo Credits: (top to bottom)
Photo 1: Aquilaria wood; 07/2008; author Chong Fat; permission under GFDL
Photo 2: Aquilaria wood; 07/2008; author Chong Fat; permission under GFDL