Frankincense
Boswellia sacra
The biblical incense resin, related to Indian boswellia, used for inflammation, joints, and as a calming aromatic.
Traditional use (biblical-near-eastern): The biblical incense resin, related to Indian boswellia, used for inflammation, joints, and as a calming aromatic.
The biblical incense resin, related to Indian boswellia, used for inflammation, joints, and as a calming aromatic.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- The biblical incense resin, related to Indian boswellia, used for inflammation, joints, and as a calming aromatic.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Can interact with blood thinners and irritate the stomach; essential oil not for internal use.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Can interact with blood thinners and irritate the stomach; essential oil not for internal use.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.