Frankincense and Myrrh: The Arab Treasure in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Frankincense and Myrrh: A Bridge Between Two Civilizations

Frankincense (乳香) and myrrh (没药) are among the oldest therapeutic substances in human history. They are mentioned in the Torah, the Bible, and the Quran, and have been used in Chinese medicine for more than 2,000 years.

Frankincense in Chinese Medicine

Chinese name: Ru Xiang (乳香)

Nature: warm, pungent, slightly bitter

Meridians: heart, liver, spleen

Effects: invigorates blood circulation, relieves pain, repairs tissue

Myrrh in Chinese Medicine

Chinese name: Mo Yao (没药)

Nature: neutral, bitter

Meridians: liver, spleen

Effects: breaks blood stasis, reduces swelling, speeds healing

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