Nag Champa
Interesting Facts
Nag Champa is the name of a traditional Indian fragrance blend which is used there mainly for incense but also for fragrant oils and cosmetics.
The ingredients of these oils are not completely known. It is believed that the resins of the Ailanthus tree are being used, as well as the blossoms and maybe the wood of Mesua ferrea - also known as Ceylon ironwood or Indian rose chestnut – and sandalwood. Some sources also state the use of magnolia (champaca).
The ingredients of these oils are not completely known. It is believed that the resins of the Ailanthus tree are being used, as well as the blossoms and maybe the wood of Mesua ferrea - also known as Ceylon ironwood or Indian rose chestnut – and sandalwood. Some sources also state the use of magnolia (champaca).
