Myrrh - Grade A+ (Commiphora kua) from Socotra Island- Sweet Smell
This amazing myrrh was sourced ethically and came from an excellent source. This is grade A+ myrrh and very rare.
It has a powerful aroma with sweet, earthy notes. This type of Myrrh resin are highly valued in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine.
The scent is unique compared to other myrrh species and is reminiscent of heavy earth tones with subtle hints of balsamic and toffee are remarkable. It also has a sweeter smell than the Myrrh from other parts of Africa and when burned gives off a sweeter smell instead of a bitter smell like its cousins.
Commiphora originates from the Greek words kommi (meaning ‘gum’) and phero (meaning ‘to bear’).
There are 2 types of Kua from Socrata. Larger, uneven resin with darker barky outer layers, more earthy-smoky sweet scent. and called Commiphora socotrana or Kua and come from older trees. This is the one I am selling.
Berry Kua, Commiphora ornifolia
Small, rounded resin that looks like dried berries, often darker and sweeter in scent. That one comes from a different part of the island and is extremely expensive and smells like a rich perfume. This one is extremely expensive and very hard to get. It is used mostly in the perfume industry.
Myrrh moves the blood and Myrrh is not an obvious aphrodisiac. It is far better known for its medicinal applications but in ancient times it has been used to increase desire, especially in men.. MYRRH (Heb. מוֹר, mor), was one of the most important perfumes of ancient times. It was dissolved in olive oil and put on the temple king garment to enhance sexual desire. When each girl’s turn came to go to King Ahasuerus at the end of the twelve months’ treatment prescribed for women (for that was the period spent on beautifying them: six months with oil of myrrh and six months with perfumes and women’s cosmetics, (Esth 2:12)
It is upon "the mountain of myrrh" that the beloved dreams he will meet his heart's desire (4:6)
It can be made into a tincture and used for any mouth issues. Pop a piece in your mouth when you have a toothache until you can get to the dentist. Burn it, and the smell is terrific.
I got this species of Myrrh at a very good price so I am passing it back to you., it is normally very expensive.
It comes in big pieces and small pieces so you will get a variety of sizes.
Myrrh moves the blood and should not be used by pregnant woman, and those on blood thinners need to monitor their blood levels.
Resins may irritate the skin so please handle with care.