- 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
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