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Pinus roxburghii

English: Chir Pine

Sanskrit/Indian: Sarala

Russian: Сосна роксбурга

Pinus roxburghii

General information:

The Turpentine Oil obtained from Chir Pine is valued in medicine as a rubefacient in various rheumatic ailments, such as lumbago, arthritis and neuralgia. The oil is also a key ingredient in many ointments, liniments and lotions for treating minor aches and pains and colds when applied externally on the chest and throat.

Constituents:

The essential oil from the plant contains the principal compounds alpha- and beta-pinene, carene and longifoline, which render the herb its therapeutic properties.

Benefits:

  • The oil is a decongestant that clears up the respiratory tract when applied topically.
  • Chir Pine oil has anti-inflammatory properties which makes it a perfect remedy for joint aches and pains.