What is Kynam? 4 things to know about Kynam

When you mention the precious products of Vietnam from ancient times, it is impossible not to mention “Kynam”. This is considered to be one of the top valuable woods of our country in the past, as a tribute and gift of the kings and nobles. Today, Kynam not only does not lose the value of precious wood but also is increasingly hunted for more expensive than gold. So what is Kynam, and what is the effect that it is so expensive? Please join Thien Moc Huong to find out!

I. What is Kynam wood?

Those who have knowledge about Agarwood surely cannot overlook Kynam. Like Agarwood, Kynam is also the aromatic wood that forms on the trunk of the Do Bau tree. During its growth and development, the trunk is subject to various injuries caused by weather, pests, and even human activities. To protect itself, the tree forms a layer of resin, which eventually transforms into Agarwood. Within Agarwood, both Agarwood and Kynam are present, creating a unique and captivating fragrance.

In fact, people often find more Agarwood than Kynam.

Despite originating from the same source, Kynam contains higher amounts of essential oils, takes a longer time to form, and thus is much rarer than Agarwood. Occasionally, the Do Bau tree produces both Kynam and Agarwood simultaneously, typically during a specific period. However, there are also many Do Bau trees that exclusively yield Agarwood without Kynam.

The Kynam tree, a product more valuable than gold, is known by various other names such as aged incense, resin, fragrant wood, alumina, biliary wood, fruity wood, tiger needles, and aromatic wood.

II. 4 things to know about Kynam Agarwood

1. Classification

Based on the color and oil texture of the wood, Kynam is classified into 4 main categories:

Bach Ky: is the type of Ky with opaque white, soft, smooth and contains the highest concentration of essential oils. This type is extremely rare and uncommon.

Hoang Ky: Wood is yellow, hard and heavy.

Hac Ky: Wood is pitch black, as the essential oils blend into each grain of wood.

Thanh Ky: Wood is light blue-violet, less oily, the wood is dry and hard, oily wood is softer.

2. Distinguishing Kynam and Agarwood

Kynam and Agarwood have similar formations, but Kynam is much more expensive than Agarwood. That’s because Kynam and Agarwood have different points you need to know to avoid confusion.

Agarwood usually has a softer scent, dark brown color, and dark brown stripes. When tasted, Agarwood gives a bitter flavor. When added to water, agarwood should float on the surface. When burned, it emits a sweet aroma with swirling smoke that quickly dissipates in the air.

On the other hand, Ky has a particularly sweet scent that is easily recognizable even when well-wrapped. When tasted, Ky initially has a bitter flavor, followed by a sour and spicy sweetness. It may cause a slight numbing sensation on the tongue.

3. How to identify Kynam agarwood?

Kynam has outstanding features compared to other types of Agarwood. However, many people who do not understand it can confuse Agarwood and Kynam and wrong values. So we need to identify Kynam to make the right choices.

Looking at the appearance of the pieces of wood, the fibers are stacked, and you can see the metallic red fibers in strong light while looking quite moist due to the abundance of oil.

When you taste, the tongue will numb for about 10 minutes, feeling bitter, sweet, sour, and spicy. Kynam’s oil is quite flexible, which can cause teeth to stick if bitten.

Kynam’s scent is very specific and unmistakable. It is a sweet, minty aroma, like the smell of peppermint candy, which your eyes slightly teary if you come closer.

Kynam when burning will emit a very characteristic smoke, green and flies straight, not swirling, unbroken.

4. Kynam agarwood price

Many users wonder how much men’s period prices are today. However, until now there is still no specific figure on the price of men’s period because of the scarcity of the product – very few transactions of men’s period have been carried out. However, according to market surveys, the price of amaranth will range from 100,000 USD – 800,000 USD/kg.

In particular, for the best astragalus – White Kynam, its price can be up to 50 billion VND/kg. Depending on the rarity and special uses of Kynam, the price of Kynam therefore gradually increases over time, making it highly collectible.

V. The use of Kynam wood

It is not natural that this type of wood has a high price and is sought after by so many people. The reason is that the effects of agarwood and agarwood are very similar, they bring many uses both in terms of health, spirituality and feng shui:

1. Health benefits

According to Oriental medicine, this is an herb that has the effect of dissolving phlegm, treating headaches, dizziness, vomiting, diarrhea,… nourishing the body, enhancing longevity, enhancing blood circulation, avoiding wind, and keeping warm the body…many remedies to cure diseases and nourish the body are recorded in ancient Chinese and Japanese oriental medicine books.

The scent of Ky Nam is very effective in reducing stress and fatigue; Helps the mind relax, stay alert when working, and easily fall asleep. Besides, Ky can also help purify the air, repel insects, etc., and have a long-lasting, pleasant, and attractive fragrance.

2. The spiritual effects of Kynam Agarwood

Kynam products are said to be talismans and ward off evil spirits; They bring good luck and prosperity to the owner because agarwood and agarwood have Yang properties and are effective items to repel negative energy.

Many people in the agarwood industry say that wearing agarwood is very lucky, everyone wants to keep a small sample for themselves as a good luck item. That’s why agarwood and agarwood are used in feng shui a lot. Products from agarwood and agarwood help homeowners avoid bad luck, increase prosperity, attract wealth and ward off evil spirits very well.

Although it can be said that they were born from the same mother, few people know the reason why Kynam is ten times more expensive than Agarwood. However, no one can deny the great uses and values that both Ky and Agarwood bring.

V. Kynam according to modern – pharmacological research

It has the effect of reducing the amplitude of intestinal contractions in cats injected with acetylcholine. Besides, the drug also reduces the natural peristalsis of the intestine.

The herbal extract has antispasmodic and spasmolytic properties of guinea pig’s autonomic contraction, caused by acetylcholine and histamine.

Although it can be said that “the same mother” was born, the reason why it is much more expensive than Agarwood is unknown. However, no one can deny the wonderful uses and values ​​that both Kynam or Agarwood bring.

Conclusion

Hopefully, through the information that Thien Moc Huong has provided above, you have learned what the Kynam is, as well as understand why the price of the Kynam is expensive. At Thien Moc Huong, we provide a full range of agarwood products. If you want to buy agarwood products, don’t forget to refer to our store.