Description
Once called Black Boy, this is the the natural exudate of the Australian Grass tree Xanthorrhoea spp.
The resin accumulates naturally and is collected by Aboriginal people without harming the tree.
This shipment is harvested legally and sustainably.
Aboriginal use- (Wikipedia).
The resin from Xanthorrhoea plants is used in spear-making[11] and is an invaluable adhesive for Aboriginal people, often used to patch up leaky coolamons (water containers) and even yidaki (didgeridoos). The dried flower stalk scape was also used to generate fire by the hand drill friction method.
Resin collected from the plant was used in Australia until the mid-twentieth century for the following purposes:[12]
Burnt as an incense in churches.
A base component for a varnish used on furniture and in dwellings.
A polish and a coating used on metal surfaces including stoves, tin cans used for storing meat and “brass instruments.”
A component used in industrial process associated with “sizing paper, in soap making, perfumery and in manufacturing early gramophone records.”
Grass tree resin has a beautiful aroma as incense. It is reminiscent of Dragonsbood resin, but softer sweeter, and more complex. I find it is not hard on the lungs or harsh as Dragonsblood can be, and its fragrance is much more pleasing to my nose.
As mentioned, in the past it was used in perfumery so one wonders what it could add to modern perfumes as a tincture or essential oil.
It dissolves readily in alcohol producing an aromatic tincture that is bright garnet red.
Larger specimens can be purchased. Conact me for photos and prices.
Dan
Sincere Maggio –
I am quickly becoming a regular shopper with Apothecary’s Garden and, once again, this last order did not disappoint! I am truly enjoying experiencing all of these new resins and there are some new favorites I discovered in this order-peruvian myrrh and siberian cedar, and oh my goodness the damask rosebuds are absolutely sublime. I am currently “steeping” some of the nigerian green frankincense I received with this order in an airtight jar with a scoop of the rosebuds! Quality, Shipping and packaging all top notch, and portions are clearly weighed on the generous side. Thank you so much, I can’t wait to order my next batch!
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Nels Hermiston –
Bought the grass tree resin and the bushman's candle tincture. I live very near the seller's dispatch location so the shipping time was barely 2-3 days! The scents and quality are indeed as described; I use these for incense stick crafting rather than as single items upon charcoal. I look forward to comparing the scents across different burning methods! Thank you.
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Birdie Wunsch –
Excellent quality as always. Thanks!
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Ray Durgan –
Glorious quality, superb service, looking forward to future dealings!
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Candice Willms –
The quality of the resins from Apothecary's Garden is superb, and each is exquisite in its own right. The items received always match the shop description, and more than meet my expectations. The service is also excellent, with fast shipping to Australia. An exceptional experience all round, and I'll be back for more.
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Jeffry Heidenreich –
Hands down one of the best around. Not just on Etsy, but anywhere. Amazing plants gathered in a good way. And the best service around. Thanks, Dan!
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Jordy Langosh –
Gorgeous scent! Packaged carefully, shipped quickly. Great shop!
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Kailey Luettgen –
Excited to burn this and play around with it in some experimental applications
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Brenda McClure –
Very good as expected fantastic
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Aaron King –
I will be ordering from this vendor again. thank you
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Hilma Hegmann –
Review has no content.
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch
Gust Kovacek –
I’m always looking for new scents to try, so I had to get this one! I’m so glad I did. When I put it on my burner, I kind of wanted to eat it… it smells delicious. This is making a beautiful tincture for my perfume organ.
(0) (0) Watch Unwatch