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Commiphora wightii/Commiphora Mukul with common names Indian bdellium-tree ,gugal,guggul, is a flowering plant in the family Burseraceae. The guggul plant may be found from northern Africa to central Asia, but is most common in northern India. It prefers arid and semi-arid climates and is tolerant of poor soil.
It is a shrub or small tree, reaching a maximum height of 4 m, with thin papery bark. The branches are thorny. The leaves are simple or trifoliate, the leaflets ovate, 1–5 cm long, 0.5–2.5 cm broad, irregularly toothed. It is gynodioecious, with some plants bearing bisexual and male flowers, and others with female flowers. The individual flowers are red to pink, with four small petals. The small round fruit are red when ripe.
The plant is indigenous to India. It excretes a resin, which, when fresh, is wet, fragrant, and characterized by golden hue. When diluted with water the substance forms an emulsion, when exposed to sun it melts, and may be burnt in fire.
Gum oleoresin is applied in herbal medicine.
Active Components:
Bitter elements
Gum oleoresin
Volatile oil
Used For:
The herb is known to promote metabolism, reduce pains and spasms, relieve constipation and flatulence, treat diarrhea, induce menstruation, promote expectoration, calm the nervous system, rejuvenate and stimulate the body.
The range of conditions in which Indian Bedellium is applied includes: hemorrhoids, gout, endometriosis, diabetes, cystitis, high cholesterol, cervical gland enlargement, bronchitis, arthritis, abscesses, ulcers, tumors, skin conditions, rheumatic conditions, neurosis, nervous conditions, lumbago, leukorrhea, and indigestion.
Preparation and Intake: The herb is applied in form of pills and powders.
Safety:
The plant may affect kidneys and cause rashes. Don’t consume pungent and sour meals when using the plant.
There is no further data concerning the herb’s safety level. Speak to your health-care provider before using the herb and administer it only under medical control.
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