What's the difference between olibanum and olibene?

Olibanum


Definition:

  • (n.) The fragrant gum resin of various species of Boswellia; Oriental frankincense.

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  • (1) We have previously reported on plant mixture extract comprising of Nigella sativa, Myrrh, Gum Olibanum, Gum Asafoetida and Aloe to have a blood glucose lowering effect.
  • (2) The remaining components, gum olibanum, Nigella sativa seeds and gum assafoetida were without effect.

Olibene


Definition:

  • (n.) A colorless mobile liquid of a pleasant aromatic odor obtained by the distillation of olibanum, or frankincense, and regarded as a terpene; -- called also conimene.

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