Massoia lactone is an alkyl lactone derived from the bark of the Massoia tree (Cryptocaria massoia) [1] which is found in Papua, Indonesia though the compound can also be found as a component of cane sugar molasses, cured tobacco, and the essential oil of Sweet Osmanthus (Osmanthus fragrans).

Massoia tree (Cryptocarya massoia) is classified as Lauraceae family. This tree is widely grown in Papua (especially West Papua) as endemic plant. This tree can grow up to 30 meters of height with the 5-15 mm thick of its bark have an aromatic properties [1].

Cryptocarya is a genus of about 360 species [1] of flowering plants in the laurel family, Lauraceae. Most species are trees, occasionally shrubs, distributed through the Neotropical, Afrotropical, Indomalayan, and Australasian realms.

2023年3月26日 · GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF Massoia tree HABITAT AND GROWTH ~ The Massoia tree, C. massoy, is a species that grows best in rainforests and is endemic to the island of New Guinea between 400 m and 1000 m altitude”. 3 It grows also in Sumatra. The aromatic bark from the tree has been an article of commerce for centuries.

As one of endemic plants in Indonesia, Massoia Bark Oil is one of our main products that is very interesting to be reviewed. Massoia trees are mainly grown in Papua island, and the raw material (the bark) is cut, dried and processed to obtain the oil. Most producers distill the Massoia bark by steam or hydro distillation.

Massoia bark is potential to be developed as anti-infective in immunosuppressed condition of which the C10 ML (C 10 H 16 O 2) plays a major role in exerting activity.

A traditional medicine and food flavouring in parts of Indonesia and New Guinea. An essential oil obtained from the tree is exported for use in perfumery. The tree is also harvested on a commercial basis for its wood

Massoia Bark. Massoia lactone is an alkyl lactone derived from the bark of the Massoia tree (Cryptocaria massoia) which is found in Papua, Indonesia though the compound can also be found as a component of cane sugar molasses, cured tobacco and the essential oil of Sweet Osmanthus (Osmanthus fragrans).

As the world leader of Massoia Lactone products, Mitra Ayu has been actively working toward a sustainable future of Massoia. Massoia tree is an endemic plant in Papua and is wild grown deep in the forest. Today, all of the Massoia products in the market are originated from Papua.

Massoia is a tropical tree native to New Guinea. This medium-sized tree grows in rain-forests at 400 m to 1000 m altitude. The bark of the tree is aromatic and has a pleasant sweet, coconut-like flavor. The bark is used for production of massoia bark oil, which is …