Oud, also known as Agarwood, is referred to by various names around the world. How many do you know?
- Oud (عود) - Arabic (Middle East)
- Agarwood - English (Global)
- Aloeswood - English (China)
- Gaharu - Indonesian and Malaysian
- Jinkoh (沈香) - Japanese
- Chen Xiang (沉香) - Chinese (Mandarin)
- Eaglewood - English (India)
- Lignum Aloes or Lignum Aquilariae - Latin
- Mai Ketsana (ไม้เกษรา) - Thai
- Calambac or Calambour - Filipino (Philippines)
- Oudh or Oudh Hindi (अगरवुड) - Hindi (India)
- Aquilaria - Indonesian
These names reflect the rich cultural and historical significance of this precious and aromatic resinous wood, respected, recognised and adored by so many
