Frankincense Somalia

Scientific Name: Boswellia carterii

Country of Origin: Somalia

Synonyms: Olibanum, gum thus

Plant Family: Burseraceae Plant Parts Used: Tree/Bark

Extraction Method: Distillation

Physical Characteristics: Pale yellow or greenish mobile liquid.

Dominant Note(s): Middle to Base

Aroma: Haunting fragrance, woody, spicy with a hint of lemon.

Main Constituents: Mainly monoterpene hydrocarbons, notably pinene, dipentene, limonene, thujene, phellandrene, cymene, myrcene, terpinene; also octyl acetate, octanol, incensole, among others.

Blends With: Basil, Black Pepper, Galbanum, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Orange, Melissa, patchouli, Pine and Sandalwood.

Safety Precautions: Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing.

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