The term 'aromatic balsam' refers to two fragrant substances, TOLU and Nard. TOLU is a balsam derived from the Toluifera balsamum tree, native to South America, and has a sweet, vanilla-like scent. Nard is an aromatic oil derived from the Nardostachys jatamansi plant, native to the Himalayas, and has a spicy, musky scent. Both of these substances have been used for centuries in perfumes, incense, and other fragrances.