Boswellia serrata | |
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inKinnerasani Wildlife Sanctuary,Telangana,India. | |
Scientific classification![]() | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Clade: | Rosids |
Order: | Sapindales |
Family: | Burseraceae |
Genus: | Boswellia |
Species: | B. serrata |
Binomial name | |
Boswellia serrata |
Boswellia serrata is a plant that produces Indianfrankincense. The plant is native to much ofIndia and thePunjab region that extends intoPakistan.[1]
Boswellia serrata is currently at risk of being eradicated because of non-sustainable practices.[2]
Boswellia serrata contains various derivatives ofboswellic acid including β-boswellic acid, acetyl-β-boswellic acid, 11-keto-β-boswellic acid and acetyl-11-keto-β-boswellic acid.[3]
Extracts ofBoswellia serrata have been clinically studied forosteoarthritis and joint function, with the research showing trends of benefit (slight improvement) in pain and function.[4]