Scientific name
Myroxylon balsamum var. balsamumFamily
Fabaceae (Leguminosae)Origin
Central America, in particular Colombia.Synonyms
Balsamo del Tolù
Used Parts
Phytotherapeutic importance given by the resinous exudate, obtained by incision of the bark of the plant ( Official Pharmacopoeia ).
Chemical constituents
- Essential oil;
- Resins;
- Triterpenes.
Balsamo del Tolù in Herbalist: Property of Balsamo del Tolù
Tolù balm is used in several formulations as a balsamic and fluidifying bronchial secretion, a cough suppressant and a disinfectant.
Contraindications
Beware of hypersensitivity to one or more components of the balm. Possible allergic reactions.
Pharmacological Interactions
- no important drug interactions are known.
