A small evergreen tree, the aromatic Amyris is native to Asia, Haiti and other Caribbean islands. Patience is required, as this tree that grows to be 2-4 meters needs approximately 30 years before it produces its sweet essential oil. The scientific...
Botanical Name: Amyris balsamifera Family Name: Rutaceae Common Name: Torchwood or Candlewood, Amyris Essential Oil, West Indian Sandalwood Part used: Woods of Amyris tree Specific Gravity: 0.950 – 0.970 @ 20°C Refractive Index: 1.502 – 1.512 @ 20°C Optical Rotation: 15°...