Oud / Agarwood
Aquilaria species
- Woody
- Resinous
- Smoky
What is oud / agarwood?
Agarwood is resin-rich wood formed in certain Aquilaria trees in response to stress or injury. Oud commonly refers to its aromatic oil, although the terms are also used interchangeably. Not all wood from these trees is agarwood.
Scent & use in perfumery
Oud can bring woody depth, balsamic warmth, leathery or animalic facets. Its character varies with species, resin formation and distillation; there is no single universal oud smell.
Further reading
Material referenceOrigins and extraction methods describe typical materials, not a specific Oudisan supplier. Imagery is illustrative.
