Myrrh Resin Gum (Commiphora Myrrha)

The source Myrrh Resin is the thorny shrubs of Commiphora myrrha trees that grow wildly and naturally in Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya. The tree oozes a pale yellow-white viscous liquid from natural cracks in the bark or from fissures or when cut. The exudate hardens into a reddish-brown mass when air dried, and often contains white patches. Nagaad Resins and Gums produce high quality Myrrh in three grades according to the environment it is grown. Traditionally Myrrh has been used extensively as antiseptic, anti-parasitic, and it has also been reported to treat headache, throat ailments, paralysis, indigestion Myrrh is widely used in religious ceremonies. Commercially Myrrh has become a very important product for essential oils and in this it is highly valued. Myrrh is also used as a component of fragrances and as an astringent in mouthwashes and gargles. It is used as a fragrance in cosmetics and as a flavouring agent in foods. Additional information Country of Origin: Somalia/Kenya/Ethiopia Extraction Process: Naturally Method of Cultivation: Wild and Natural Preservatives: ECOCERT Organic Certified and no Preservatives Part of Plant Used: Plant stem