Black Dammar Tree (Canarium strictum)
Scientific Name: Canarium strictum — Black Dammar.
Native Home: Western Ghats and other parts of peninsular India.
Height: 20–35 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades or longer.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Used for construction and general woodwork.
Harvesting: Resin is collected from the trunk; careful tapping helps reduce damage to the tree.
Age to Harvest: Resin collection generally begins from mature trees, often after 10–15 years, depending on growth and local practices.
Products: Black dammar resin, incense, varnish, traditional products and timber.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Resin has been used in incense, varnishes and traditional applications.
Global Spread: Mainly native to India, with commercial interest in its resin and wood. Harvesting should be sustainable because wild populations can face pressure.
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