Latin Name: Boswellia serrata

Indian Name: Sallaki

Habitat: About 10 species of genus Boswellia occur in tropical parts of Asia and Africa . B. serrata , the species found in hilly areas of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat is a medium sized but highly branching tree.

Boswellia occur in tropical parts of Asia and Africa. The species found in dry hilly areas of Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat is a medium sized but highly branching tree. It grows up to 12- 15 feet in height.

Useful in: Sallaki has been documented for Anti Inflammatory, anti arthritic effect. It is known to regain of vessels in joints from damage or spasm.

It is mainly used in treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It is known to regain integrity of vessels in joints from damage or spasm.

Reference: Pharmacognosy by K. KOKATE Page: 455