Pharmacological Activities of Boswellia serrata Roxb. - Mini Review

Authors

Aman Upaganlawar, The M.S.University of Baroda
Balu Ghule, Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research

Abstract

Boswellia serrata (Salai Guggal) is one of the most ancient and respected herbs in Ayurveda. “Gajabhakshya” a Sanskrit name sometimes used for Boswellia suggests that elephants enjoy this herb as a part of their diet. Historically Boswellia serrata is recommended for osteoarthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, soft tissue fibrosis and spondilytis without any side effect. Present review focuses on pharmacological activities of Boswellia serrata Roxb.

Recommended Citation

Upaganlawar, Aman and Ghule, Balu (2009) "Pharmacological Activities of Boswellia serrata Roxb. - Mini Review," Ethnobotanical Leaflets: Vol. 2009: Iss. 6, Article 10.
Available at: https://opensiuc.lib.siu.edu/ebl/vol2009/iss6/10