Thursday, 2 February 2017

Guggul Farming Guide


What is Guggulu? Guggulu is obtained from Indian Bdellium or Gum Guggul tree. It is an oleo gum 'resin' exuded by plant during summer months (April to May in India). To obtain resin, circular incisions should be  made on the main stem. Through these incisions, aromatic fluid exudes that quickly solidifies to form golden brown or reddish brown agglomerate. The dried resin will have a bitter taste and a balsamic odour. This is being termed as  "guggulu: and is used for medicinal purpose. Guggul is a shrub (small tree) which can reach height of 12 feet with thin paper bark. 

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