Dragon'S Blood
Resin

Dragon'S Blood

Note Profile

Natural

About

A bright red resin from Dracaena and Daemonorops species - spicy, sweet, slightly balsamic-woody with a deep crimson character.

Scent Profile

Dragon's Blood resin has a spicy, sweet, and slightly balsamic-woody aroma with subtle earthy undertones. Its scent is rich and resinous, often described as warm and enveloping with a faintly metallic edge. Over time, it reveals deeper leathery and incense-like facets.

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 0%
Fruity 10%
Green 0%
Sweet 30%
Warm 40%
Woody 10%
Earthy 15%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 0%

Origin

Dragon's Blood is a natural resin obtained from the sap of various Dracaena and Daemonorops species, primarily sourced in Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Canary Islands. The resin is collected by making incisions in the bark or fruit, then purified and sometimes powdered for perfumery use.

Usage in Perfumery

In perfumery, Dragon's Blood is typically used as a base note to add depth and warmth, often in oriental, woody, and incense-themed compositions. It blends well with spices, woods, amber, and floral notes, contributing a distinctive red-hued richness and a mystical character to blends.

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Perfumes featuring Dragon'S Blood

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