Frankincense from Oman is considered the highest quality in the world. Boswellia sacra trees grow in the Dhofar region of Oman - one of the most fertile areas in the middle east. These trees are considered a gift from God and are highly prized. There is historical evidence to suggest the gift of frankincense came from the boswellia sacra variety of the tree. In the pictures above, you'll see Fatima's Frankincense from Oman on the left.
The Boswellia sacra species: Oman is the primary source of Boswellia sacra, the species of frankincense tree renowned for producing the most fragrant and therapeutically valuable resin.
Unique terroir: Like the terroir matters for wine production, it similarly impacts the quality of frankincense. The Dhofar region in Oman provides a unique combination of environmental factors ideal for Boswellia sacra:
Warm winters and steady sun: These conditions promote optimal resin production.
Limestone soil with calcium carbonate: This soil type enhances the fragrance and quality of the resin.
Cooling monsoon winds: These winds help the trees thrive and produce high-quality resin.
Historical and cultural significance: Frankincense has been harvested in Oman for thousands of years, with deep cultural and religious significance. This long tradition has led to expertise in harvesting and grading techniques, ensuring only the finest resin is selected.
Government regulation and sustainable practices: The Omani government closely regulates the frankincense industry to ensure sustainable harvesting and maintain the quality of the resin.
In summary, the combination of the unique Boswellia sacra species, ideal growing conditions, historical expertise, and sustainable practices make frankincense from Oman the highest quality available.
Fatima’s Frankincense brings high quality frankincense from the boswellia sacra tree, direct to you, to purchase. Fatima’s Frankincense sources its products from high quality sources direct from Oman. Oman is known for producing the top quality frankincense trees - some of the best in the world. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. We can not provide medical advice or recipes as we are not health professionals. Before ingesting anything that is not food, we strongly suggest seeking counsel from a licensed health practitioner. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.
