Chen Xiang (Aquilaria sinensis) — Hainan Agarwood Pieces & Powder, Naturally Sun-Dried

Chen Xiang (Aquilaria sinensis), also known as Agarwood or Chén Xiāng (沉香), is the prized resinous heartwood of the agarwood tree, a highly revered aromatic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). For centuries, Chen Xiang has been honored as a precious qi-regulating, spirit-calming, and warming aromatic, traditionally used to settle the spirit, ease chest and abdominal discomfort, and support the smooth flow of qi. Its nature is warm, aromatic, and descending, making it a deeply grounding herb for harmonizing the middle burner and soothing the nervous system.

Key Selling Points

• Revered aromatic herb of Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Sourced from Hainan, a classic agarwood origin
• Available as pieces and fine powder
• Naturally sun-dried to preserve aroma
• Traditional qi-regulating and spirit-calming herb

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully selected and naturally sun-dried to preserve its deep brown resinous color, dense woody texture, and rich, warm balsamic aroma. When decocted or steeped, Chen Xiang releases a smooth, subtly sweet and resinous fragrance with a lingering woody depth, lending a calming aromatic quality to teas and formulas.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Aromatic herbal tea and decoction
• Traditional qi-regulating formulas
• Medicinal food soups and tonics
• Aromatic sachets and incense
• Daily wellness ritual

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Chen Xiang is decocted into aromatic teas, added to medicinal soups, and included in longevity and spirit-calming formulas. It is often paired with ingredients like sandalwood, costus root, and licorice in traditional blends. As a daily aromatic, it is steeped alone or combined with other herbs to promote calm, mental clarity, and smooth digestion.

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