Ru Xiang Resin (Boswellia carterii) — Natural Frankincense Tears for TCM Herbal Use

Ru Xiang (乳香), botanically known as Boswellia carterii, is the dried resinous tears of a revered tree used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a blood-quickening, pain-easing, and swelling-dispersing herb. Also called Frankincense, Ru Xiang has been prized as a moving and invigorating resin, traditionally used to relieve traumatic pain, joint stiffness, and sluggish circulation. Its nature is warm and slightly bitter, making it a stimulating yet harmonizing herb for activating blood, unblocking the channels, and easing stagnation.

Key Selling Points

• Natural Frankincense resin tears
• Boswellia carterii dried resin
• Traditional blood-quickening herb
• Clean, sulfur-free processing
• 500g bulk food-herb grade

Quality & Sensory

Each batch consists of pale yellow to amber resin tears with a translucent, glassy luster and a dry, brittle texture that softens when warmed. The aroma is balsamic, resinous, and slightly citrus-like, deepening when heated. When decocted or steeped, it yields a warm, bitter-tinged infusion with a lingering aromatic finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal decoction blends
• Traditional liniment and compress preparations
• Medicinal food soup packs
• Herbal foot soak blends
• Incense and aromatic use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, Ru Xiang is decocted into soups and tonic formulas to invigorate blood, ease stiffness, and support smooth movement of qi and blood. It is a common ingredient in traditional liniments and compresses applied externally for joint and muscle comfort. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with Mo Yao (Myrrh) for a warm, aromatic infusion.

FAQ Q&A