Family Name: Burseraceae
Botanical Name(s): Commiphora Mukul
Popular Name(s): Commiphora, Mukul, Guggul, Balsamodendrom Mukul, Indian Bdellium Tree, Moql, Moqle-arzagi
Parts Used: Whole Plant
Habitat: Rocky tracks of Western India and Eastern Himalayas.
Description: Guggul is a resin, which is produced by the stem of the commiphora mukul tree, a relatively small, thorny plant native to India. Historically Guggul has been used in connection with a wide variety of conditions, including rheumatism and obesity.
Uses: It is Carminative, Anti suppurative Gum resin used for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It is a potent drug for cardiac disorders high cholesterol. It is an ingredient for over fifty compounds.