Boswellia Serrata, also known as Indian Olibanum Tree or Lubaan, is a medicinal plant revered in traditional Indian medicine systems. It is particularly known for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The gum resin extracted from the bark is widely used in the treatment of chronic inflammatory conditions, particularly arthritis and joint pain.
Family Name: ARACEAE
Botanical Name: ACORUS CALAMUS
Common Name: CALAMUS, SWEET-FLAG, SWEET ROOT, BACH
Part Used: DRIED RHIZOME
Habitat: North Temperate and subtropical regions up to 2200m altitude in Himalayas.
Uses: It is Nauseate, Stomachic, Anthelmentic, Stimulants, Emetic, Expectorant, Carminative, Antispasmodic and Nervine Sedative. Rhizome is used in the cure of host of diseases such as epilepsy, mental ailments, chronic diarrhoea and dysentery. It is used in incense sticks and dhup and is widely used as insecticide for lice, bedbugs, worms etc.
Additional Information:
Calamus is highly regarded in Ayurveda for enhancing memory and treating nervous system disorders. Its aromatic properties make it a key ingredient in spiritual and religious incense blends. The herb has been studied for its sedative, anti-anxiety, and anti-inflammatory effects. However, it should be used with caution in modern herbalism, as certain chemical compounds (like beta-asarone) in some varieties may have toxicity concerns if overused. In folk medicine, it’s also used for voice clarity and oral health.