A tree yielding an aromatic gum resin burned as incense. The incense has a pine-like, resinous fragrance. This incense calms the mind and clears the cerebral circulation.
Herb Effects
Anticancer and antiinflammatory
Chemistry
Pharmacology
Medicinal Use
The gum resin from the plant is used to treat dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, stomach pain,
rheumatic arthralgia, and traumatic pain due to blood stasis. It is also used externally for painful swelling or ulcers that do not heal.
Contraindication
Contraindicated for use during pregnancy.
Reference
Jing-Nuan Wu. An Illustrated Chinese Materia Medica. P: 144, Oxford University Press, Inc.2005.
Health Remedies 
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