White Dammar Tree (Vateria indica)
Scientific Name: Vateria indica — White Dammar, Indian Copal Tree.
Native Home: Western Ghats of southern India.
Height: 25–40 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades or longer.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Wood has been used for construction and other woodworking.
Harvesting: Resin is collected from the tree; careful tapping helps protect mature trees.
Age to Harvest: Resin is collected from mature trees; timber harvest may require several decades of growth.
Products: White dammar resin, incense, varnish, timber and ornamental plants.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Resin has traditionally been used in incense, varnishes and other applications.
Global Spread: Native mainly to India’s Western Ghats. The species is threatened by habitat loss and overexploitation, so conservation and sustainably sourced products are important.
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