Country of Origin: Somalia, Wild Crafted
Botanical Name: Boswellia carteri
Plant Part: Resin
Note: Woody, Musky
 
 
Man Found Standing writes: 
 
Historically Somalian Frankincense has been used to assist in:
 
Skin: astringent, assists with wounds, prevents scaring, acne, dry, chapped, and mature skin, antiseptic
Immune System: supports when weakened by colds, flu, bronchitis, coughs and laryngitis
Respiratory: has the ability to slow and deepen respiration, improves
Nerve: supports the nervous system during moments of anxiety, stress and nerve tension
Mood: introspective, meditative, supporting the feelings of calm, comfort, and serenity which assists a person to feel centered
Bladder: increase urinary production
Digestion: assists with the secretion of digestive enzymes
Menstrual: assists the uterus, especially during menses
Anti-inflammatory: reduces local and systemic inflammation
 
Extraction Method: Hydro-Distillation
 
Historic Benefits: The Boswellia carteri trees grow naturally in Somalia and have been used medicinally for thousands of years. The leaves were gathered and fed to livestock to assist in restoring them back to a healthy condition. The resin is chewed as a gum, taken as powerder, or heated to make incense for a wide variety of health conditions.
 
Blends Well With: Black Cumin, Cedarwood, Citrus, Lavender, Myrrh, Roman Chamomile, Patchouli, Palmarosa, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
 
Precautions: No Special Cautions