Indian Frankincense Tree (Boswellia serrata)
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Scientific Name: Boswellia serrata — Indian Frankincense, Salai.
Native Home: India, especially dry deciduous forests of central and western India.
Height: 5–15 metres.
Lifespan: Several decades.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Used for limited local timber and fuelwood applications.
Harvesting: Resin is collected by carefully tapping the trunk.
Age to Harvest: Usually around 8–12 years or later, depending on tree size and local tapping practices.
Products: Frankincense resin, incense, essential oils and extracts used in some wellness products.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Resin has been used in incense, traditional medicine and religious ceremonies.
Global Spread: Native to the Indian subcontinent, with resin traded internationally for incense and botanical extracts.
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