Obtained from trees in the genus Boswellia found in Somalia and Oman, amongst other places, it is an aromatic gum that exudes a milk-like juice which hardens on contact with air. Pliny the Elder recommended it as an antidote for hemlock, and Avicenna thought it a cure-all. Best known for its use in religious ceremonies, starting with the ancient Eg
Obtained from trees in the genus Boswellia found in Somalia and Oman, amongst other places, it is an aromatic gum that exudes a milk-like juice which hardens on contact with air. Pliny the Elder recommended it as an antidote for hemlock, and Avicenna thought it a cure-all. Best known for its use in religious ceremonies, starting with the ancient Egyptians—for 10 points—name this substance, one of a set of three famous gifts.
Obtained from trees in the genus Boswellia found in Somalia and Oman, amongst other places, it is an aromatic gum that exudes a milk-like juice which hardens on contact with air.
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