Benzoin begins as a sticky response to cuts in the bark of Styrax trees before hardening into fragrant resin. Explore its Sumatran origins, long trade history, sweet balsamic scent and inconvenient tendency to fuse when warm.
Myrrh begins as a sticky exudate from the thorny Commiphora myrrha tree before hardening into dark aromatic tears. Explore its dry habitat, ancient trade, bitter name and long companionship with frankincense.
Frankincense begins as a milky secretion from Boswellia trees before hardening into aromatic tears. Follow Boswellia sacra from rocky Arabian landscapes through harvesting, ancient trade and the incense jar.
