Latin name: Commiphora myrrha
Also know as: Myrrha, Mirra, Molmol, Morr, Mo Yao
Origin: Arabia
Commiphora myrrha – Myrrh Resin
True myrrh is related to frankincense resin. The myrrh tree is 3-4 meters high and grows in particular locations in desert regions of the Arabian Peninsula. Myrrh is an ancient medicinal plant. It has been used for over 3000 years as a remedy. Myrrh was once worth its weight in gold. It is a powerful anti-microbial agent so its smoke is cleansing. Its qualities are uplifting and energizing.
Key Benefits of Myrrh:
Fragrance: warm balsamic, musky sweet, yet slightly bitter
Properties: uplifting, mood changing, extremely purifying and cleansing
How to Burn Myrrh Resins:
Light the charcoal with matches or lighter for about 20 seconds until it self-ignites. Use tongs to hold it up (never hold it with your fingers alone or you might get burned). Place the lit charcoal in a bowl or any incense burner. The bowl or incense burner should be filled with sand or dirt. Let the charcoal warm for a few minutes. (It turns gray around the edges when it is ready) Now you are ready! Add a small amount of myrrh resin on top of the charcoal. The myrrh resin will burn and soon release essential, aromatic oils through the smoke.
Mirjana –
Sjajna!!!