{"product_id":"socotra-dragons-blood-resin-infused-oil-dracaena-cinnabari","title":"Socotra Dragon's Blood Resin Infused Oil | Dracaena cinnabari","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDocumented Socotran Resin • 30 g per 100 mL Starting Ratio • Prepared by Sacred Plants Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResin Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Socotra, Yemen, as documented by sourcing records\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Filtered resin infusion in MCT coconut oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 g resin per 100 mL MCT coconut oil before resting and filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mobile botanical oil with natural red to crimson resin derived colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e MCT coconut oil and \u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e resin extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdded Fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e External skin and body care, personal ritual and anointing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cobalt blue glass dropper bottle with tamper seal in a premium black Mylar pouch with gold foil branding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Socotra Dragon's Blood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e is the remarkable dragon blood tree of Socotra, instantly recognisable by its vast umbrella shaped crown and famous for the deep red resin that gives Dragon's Blood its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis preparation is made specifically from that species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragon's Blood is also used as a trade name for several unrelated red botanical materials, including South American \u003cem\u003eCroton\u003c\/em\u003e, Asian rattan resins, \u003cem\u003eDracaena draco\u003c\/em\u003e and synthetic fragrance products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor anyone specifically seeking Socotran Dragon's Blood, the botanical identity that matters is \u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a botanical resin infusion rather than a perfumed Dragon's Blood fragrance oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The MCT carrier takes on natural red to crimson colour from the resin. Colour intensity may vary naturally between batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e No fragrance or essential oil is added. Any aroma comes only from the resin and carrier, so its character and intensity may vary naturally between batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finished preparation remains a mobile MCT based oil that can be dispensed precisely from the glass dropper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon's Blood resin can mark pale fabrics, linen and porous surfaces. Apply sparingly and allow the oil to settle into the skin before contact with light coloured material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e has evolved an extraordinary way of making use of atmospheric moisture. Research involving this species and its close relative \u003cem\u003eDracaena draco\u003c\/em\u003e found that water intercepted from fog can be channelled through the leaf axils into succulent woody tissues where it can be stored. It is a remarkable adaptation to the seasonally dry landscape of Socotra and one of the many unusual characteristics that make the dragon blood tree botanically exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Ethnobotanical History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e is native to the Socotra Archipelago, where mature trees form some of the world's most distinctive botanical landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts red resin has been valued for centuries and moved through regional and long distance trade far beyond the islands themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical records describe Socotran Dragon's Blood as a material used for colour, pigment and varnish as well as aromatic and traditional purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts striking colour, unusual botanical origin and long history of trade helped give the resin a reputation that reached well beyond Socotra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, \u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e remains one of the plants most closely associated with the natural and cultural identity of the archipelago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSourcing \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrent sourcing records identify the material as “Dragonblood Socotra (Dracaena cinnabari)”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purchase documentation records a 1 kg purchase of the resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat documentation supports the species supplied to Sacred Plants Australia and its stated Socotran origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e is currently assessed as a Vulnerable species. That makes precise sourcing language more important, not less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe therefore do not describe this lot as wild harvested, sustainably harvested, fair trade, ethical or conservation supporting because we do not hold lot specific evidence establishing those claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe would rather state exactly what our documentation supports than add a more attractive sourcing story that we cannot prove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrepared by Sacred Plants Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSacred Plants Australia prepares the finished infusion in Australia from imported \u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e resin and MCT coconut oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resin is lightly crushed and maintained in the MCT carrier at approximately 50°C for approximately 24 hours with continuous stirring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe infusion then rests for a further 24 hours before stainless steel filtration removes the remaining insoluble material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNothing is added to intensify the scent or manufacture a stronger colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no added essential oil, synthetic fragrance, preservative, antioxidant, synthetic colour or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished product is simply a filtered \u003cem\u003eDracaena cinnabari\u003c\/em\u003e resin infusion in MCT coconut oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor external skin and body use, apply a small amount to clean, intact skin and massage gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor personal ritual or anointing use, apply sparingly to the skin or to suitable ritual objects that can tolerate oil and natural resin colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragon's Blood has accumulated many symbolic and ritual associations across different traditions. Sacred Plants Australia presents those traditions as cultural history and personal practice rather than as medical or guaranteed energetic effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor external use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not ingest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatch test before first use and discontinue use if irritation occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid contact with the eyes, mouth and other sensitive areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Biosecurity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAustralian Orders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQueensland\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew South Wales\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Capital Territory\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictoria\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasmania\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouth Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/strong\u003e ✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternational Orders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternational\u003c\/strong\u003e ⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eCONDITIONS APPLY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInternational post is available where permitted. Customers are responsible for checking that this item can be imported into their destination and for meeting any applicable local import requirements before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSacred Plants Australia does not provide import permits, phytosanitary certificates or destination specific regulatory documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInformation Currency\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLast reviewed: 23 September 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiosecurity and import requirements can change. 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