This variety of frankincense is produced in the high altitude environment of the Dhofar Mountain range. The darkness of the resin is attributed to the climatological as well as geological stressors faced by the Boswellia sacra trees of the region. Moist air rolls in from the Indian Ocean and is captured by the mountainous region along that stretches from the coast of the Dhofar Governorate of Oman to the interior of Yemen. The mountain range runs at an average height of 4000ft, causing hydrological and temperature changes work this frankincense into a dark ferment. The deserts of Oman stress the same trees in a different way, making this resin a good exemplar of the effects of environmental factors on frankincense exudence.
This resin is extremely gummy and sweet smelling when raw, with a hint of clove spice. On charcoal, this resin produces all of the fragrances expected from a high grade Frankincense with a twist of sweetness that adds to the heavenly aroma. This form of Boswellia Sacra resin is well worth adding to your collection.
