Mountain Agarwood
Aquilaria rugosa K.Le-Cong & Kessler
Aquilaria rugosa is a species in the genus Aquilaria, belonging to the family Thymelaeaceae. It is commonly known as Mountain Agarwood and was first described in 2005 by K.Le-Cong and Kessler. This species is native to Vietnam and has a global distribution.
Description
Aquilaria rugosa is a member of the Thymelaeaceae family, a group of flowering plants. It is one of the species within the Aquilaria genus, which is known for producing agarwood. The species was formally described in 2005 by K.Le-Cong and Kessler. Its common name, Mountain Agarwood, reflects its natural habitat and the aromatic properties associated with the genus. The plant is native to Vietnam and has been recorded in other regions, indicating a global distribution.
Other common names
Mountain Agarwood
Distribution
Global · Vietnam
