Opopanax - Commiphora guidotti

It has a resinous, warm, deep aroma that is strong and lasting. It is known for muscle-relaxing properties. It also reduces stress and anxiety. Because its action is drying, it is effective against mucus, especially deep in the lungs. It is drying for the intestines as well, and can help the body deal with diarrhea.

  • Batch: OPP-104
  • Distillation Date: Spring 2012
  • Suggested Shelf Life: 3-4 Years
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Specifics
Country of Origin: Ethiopia Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes Plant Parts: Resin / Gum
Cultivations: Plant was Wild Crafted Botanical Families: Burseaceae
Aromas: Balsamic, Exotic and Sensual, Resinous, Sweet, Warm and Radiant Notes: Base

Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions

Recommended in cases of colds, flu, sore throat and wet coughs. Excellent as an insect repellent.

Opopanax is emotionally grounding and used to bring the body’s energy down.

This oil comes from a distiller in South Africa who buys the resin in Ethiopia. The unique strength of this distiller is in his production of oils from legendary resins such as Opopanax and Myrrh. His freshly harvested resins come mainly from the semi-arid areas of the Ogaden region of Ethiopia. The resins are collected by nomadic tribes that have been working with resins for many generations.

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Therapeutic Properties

  • Antibacterial
  • Antidiarrhea - helps the body prevent and deal with diarrhea
  • Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
  • Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
  • Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation
  • Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Supports meditation and inner unity
Grounds, calms, warms
Fosters opening on an energetic level
Sedates and restores

Recipe

Stop Diarrhea
6 drops Opopanax
5 drops Roman Chamomile
5 drops Lavender

Add to 2 oz of cream. Rub on belly every hour until there is relief. Then use every few hours until resolved.

Safety

Generally non-irritating but may cause sensitization and skin irritation in some people.
Phototoxic—Avoid direct sunlight or sun beds for 24 hours after applying to the skin.  Phototoxic burns are serious.  

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Commiphora guidotti

Opopanax

Country of Origin: Ethiopia

Stock # OPP-104
Date: Spring 2012
GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY ANALYSIS ( % )

Monoterpenes

α-myrcene0.13
α-pinene0.17
δ-3-carene0.14
cis-β-ocimene0.71
d-limonene0.12
para-cymene0.08
trans-β-ocimene47.85

Sesquiterpenes

α-cis-bergamotene1.97
α-curcumene0.12
α-farnesene0.22
α-santalene12.99

Sesquiterpenes (continued)

α-trans-bergamotene3.11
β-elemene0.19
δ-cadinene0.19
a-cis-Bisabolene11.15
curzerene0.36
e-β-farnesene0.59
epi-β-santalene0.40
furanoeudsmadiene0.84
germacrene D1.41
β-bergamotene isomer0.21
β-farnesene isomer0.17

Sesquiterpenes (continued)

lindeatrene0.26
trans-α-bisabolene0.12
z-β-farnesene0.38

Sesquiterpenols

α-bisabolol0.13
1-decanol0.57
a-cis-bisabolol1.13
α-cadinol0.13
other sesquiterpenols1.72

Aldehydes

α-santalal0.43

Esters

other esters0.44

Other

α-photosantalol a2.12

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Commiphora guidotti

Opopanax

Country of Origin: Ethiopia

Stock # OPP-101
Date: Fall 2006
GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY ANALYSIS ( % )

Monoterpenes

(Ε)- β-ocimene57.38
d-limonene0.04

Sesquiterpenes

α-cis-bergamotene3.81
α-santalene9.91
α-trans-bergamotene3.81
a-cis-bisabolene14.83

Other

α-photosantalol a1.06

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Commiphora guidotti

Opopanax

Country of Origin: South Africa

Stock # OPP-102
Date: Fall 2008
GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY ANALYSIS ( % )

Monoterpenes

(Ε)- β-ocimene36.18
d-limonene0.04

Sesquiterpenes

α-bisabolene15.75
α-cis-bergamotene3.81
α-santalene5.77
α-trans-bergamotene15.71
β-bisabolene3.03
a-cis-bisabolene14.83

Other

α-photosantalol a1.06

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Commiphora guidotti

Opopanax

Country of Origin: Ethiopia

Stock # OPP-103
Date: Spring 2010
GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY ANALYSIS ( % )

Monoterpenes

β-myrcene0.12
β-ocimene0.80
cis-β-ocimene0.80
d-limonene0.13
trans-β-ocimene47.87

Sesquiterpenes

α-cis-bergamotene1.34
α-santalene8.49
α-trans-bergamotene4.58
β-curcumene0.22
β-farnesene0.40
β-santalene0.23

Sesquiterpenes (continued)

a-cis-bisabolene18.02
curzerene0.70
epi-β-santalene0.29
farnesene0.51
furanoeudsmadiene0.67
germacrene D0.91

Sesquiterpenols

bisabolol1.48

Aldehydes

α-santalal0.21
nonanal0.36

Other

α-photosantalol a0.30

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Opopanax - <em>Commiphora guidotti</em>

Opopanax - Commiphora guidotti

It has a resinous, warm, deep aroma that is strong and lasting. It is known for muscle-relaxing properties. It also reduces stress and anxiety. Because its action is drying, it is effective against mucus, especially deep in the lungs. It is drying for the intestines as well, and can help the body deal with diarrhea.

  • Batch: OPP-104
  • Distillation Date: Spring 2012
  • Suggested Shelf Life: 3-4 Years
Sizes / Prices
  • sample (1.5ml) - $5.00
  • 1/6 oz. - $8.45
  • 1/2 oz. - $22.00
  • 1 oz. - $39.60
  • 2 oz. - $70.40
  • 4 oz. - $123.20
  • 8 oz. - $211.20
  • 16 oz. - $352.00
  • 32 oz. - $563.20

Specifics

Country of Orgin: Ethiopia Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes Plant Parts: Resin / Gum
Cultivations: Plant was Wild Crafted Botanical Families: Burseaceae
Aromas: Balsamic, Exotic and Sensual, Resinous, Sweet, Warm and Radiant
Note: Base

Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions

Recommended in cases of colds, flu, sore throat and wet coughs. Excellent as an insect repellent.

Opopanax is emotionally grounding and used to bring the body’s energy down.

This oil comes from a distiller in South Africa who buys the resin in Ethiopia. The unique strength of this distiller is in his production of oils from legendary resins such as Opopanax and Myrrh. His freshly harvested resins come mainly from the semi-arid areas of the Ogaden region of Ethiopia. The resins are collected by nomadic tribes that have been working with resins for many generations.

Learn More

Therapeutic Properties

  • Antibacterial
  • Antidiarrhea - helps the body prevent and deal with diarrhea
  • Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
  • Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
  • Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation
  • Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system

Emotional and Energetic Qualities

Supports meditation and inner unity
Grounds, calms, warms
Fosters opening on an energetic level
Sedates and restores

Recipe

Stop Diarrhea
6 drops Opopanax
5 drops Roman Chamomile
5 drops Lavender

Add to 2 oz of cream. Rub on belly every hour until there is relief. Then use every few hours until resolved.

Safety

Generally non-irritating but may cause sensitization and skin irritation in some people.
Phototoxic—Avoid direct sunlight or sun beds for 24 hours after applying to the skin.  Phototoxic burns are serious.