Myrrh

(Myrrh)
Sanskrit: बोल • Botanical: Commiphora myrrha (Nees) Engl.

Bola (Myrrh) is a gum-resin obtained from Commiphora species. It has been used since ancient times as an aromatic, disinfectant, and wound-healing agent. In Ayurveda, it is valued for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and blood-purifying properties. It is used in disorders of oral cavity, skin diseases, and as an ingredient in various formulations for musculoskeletal pain.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Volatile oil, Resin (Myrrhin), Gum, Commiphoric acid
Also Known As
English: Myrrh
Sanskrit: बोल, हिरण्यबोल, सुरभि
Hindi: बोल, हीरा बोल

What is Myrrh (Bola / बोल)?

Bola (Myrrh) is a gum-resin obtained from Commiphora species. It has been used since ancient times as an aromatic, disinfectant, and wound-healing agent. In Ayurveda, it is valued for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and blood-purifying properties. It is used in disorders of oral cavity, skin diseases, and as an ingredient in various formulations for musculoskeletal pain.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Shothaghna (anti-inflammatory)
  • Vedanasthapana (analgesic)
  • Raktashodhaka (blood purifier)
  • Vranaropana (wound healing)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2

Myrrh by Condition

Explore how Myrrh is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.

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Myrrh for Inflammation

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