Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Pinene, dipentene, phellandrene (Boswellic acids, Resin, Gum, Volatile oil)
- Also Known As
- English: Frankincense, Indian Olibanum
Sanskrit: कुन्दुरु, कुन्दुरुक, शल्लकी निर्यास, सुगन्धद्रव्य
Hindi: कुन्दुर, लोबान
What is Frankincense (Sallaki Niryasa / शल्लकी निर्यास)?
Kunduru (Frankincense/Indian Olibanum) is the gum-resin of Boswellia species. It is a fragrant resin used both as incense and medicine. The drug has notable anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties attributed to its boswellic acid content. It is used in joint disorders, wound healing, and as a fumigant. The gum-resin is yellowish and aromatic with bitter-sweet taste.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Shothaghna (anti-inflammatory)
- Vedanasthapana (analgesic)
- Vranaropana (wound healing)
- Raktastambhana (hemostatic)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2
Frankincense by Condition
Explore how Frankincense is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.