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Critically EndangeredGaharu
Agarwood
Aquilaria malaccensis
Source of the world's most precious fragrant resin.
Kebun Raya BogorThymelaeaceae
About this species
When infected by a particular mould, Aquilaria produces a dark, intensely fragrant resin — agarwood — among the most valuable natural products on Earth.
This value has driven destructive harvesting across Southeast Asia, pushing the species to critically endangered status. Gardens trial sustainable, inoculation-based cultivation.
Key traits
ProductAgarwood resin
TriggerFungal infection
ValueExtremely high
TradeCITES-listed
Conservation note
Illegal harvesting for the perfume and incense trade has decimated wild populations.
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