The oil of the evergreen Calophyllum tree is extracted from the seeds of the spherical, green fruits. The Calophyllum tree is found from East Africa to Malaysia and northern Australia.
 
Tamanu Oil is rich in essential oils and resins. It is characterized by an intense smell and a dark green color.
 
Together with base oils, it is used for inflamed, blemished, or poorly healing skin. It is also said to provide relief from rheumatic complaints and venous disorders.