Myrrh Gum (Commiphora Myrrha)

The source Myrrh Resin is the thorny shrubs of Commiphora myrrha 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 an antiseptic, anti-parasitic, and it has also been reported to treat headache, throat ailments, paralysis, and indigestion. Myrrh is widely used in religious ceremonies. Additional Information Method of Cultivation: Organic Wild and Natural / Not Cultivated Part of the Plant Used: Plant Stem Method of Harvesting: Hand Collected Preservatives: None Extraction Process: Tapping of the Stem