Benzoin (Styrax benzoin)

Folk Names: Ben, Benjamen, Gum Benzoin, Siamese Benzoin

Uses:
Burn benzoin to purify, and add to purification incenses. A fine 'clearing' herb. Make an incense of benzoin, cinnamon, and basil, and burn to attract customers to your place of business. Often used as a base for incenses. Benzoin can be susbituted for storax, to which it is related.