A brief discussion on Boswellia serrata-an important medicinal plant

Abstract

Boswellia serrata is a very important medicinal plant, having different uses in traditional medicine. This plant is becoming very rare in the Ayodhya hills of the district Purulia of West Bengal. This plant is listed threatened species of India. Boswellia serrata is vigorously used by the different tribal communities of the forested areas. This plant is used to cure rheumatoid arthritis, septic wounds, nervous disorders and skin diseases etc. Considering its medicinal values and present status it is urgently needed to conserve for the human welfare.