Myrrh (Commiphora molmol, C. abyssinica, or C. myrrha ) is a close relative and member of the Burseraceae family, native to the eastern Mediterranean, Ethiopia, the Arabian peninsula, and Somalia. Myrrh is an Arabic word meaning bitter. The highly valued aromatic gum resin of myrrh has a bitter, pungent taste and a sweet, pleasing aroma. Myrrh has been used since ancient times in incense, perfumes, and Medicines. The use of myrrh medicinally was recorded in China in a.d. 600 during the Tang Dynasty. Myrrh is used today in Chinese medicine to treat wounds , relieve painful swelling, and to treat menstrual pain due to blood stagnation. Myrrh is called mo yao in China. Myrrh was a highly valued commodity for commerce on ancient spice routes. Myrrh is also used as an Insect repellent.
Precautions
Myrrh should not be administered to Infants or Toddlers. It should be kept away from the eyes and mucous membranes and out of children's reach.