Common Name: Tolu Balsam, Thomas Balsam, Opobalsam
Family Name: Fabacae (Leguminosae, Pea)
Scientific Name: Myroxylon balsamum, Toluifera balsamum, Balsamum tolutanum, Balsamum americanum, Myrosperum toluiferum, Myroxylon toluifera
Country of Production: Venezuela, Colombia, Cuba, West Indies
Indigenous Country: Venezuela, Colombia, Cuba, West Indies
Country of Production: Venezuela, Colombia, Cuba, West Indies
History:
Chemical Constituents: Class: Ester. Cinnamic acid (increases as dries), benzoic acid,terpenes,eugenol,vanillin,farnesol
Plant Description: A tall, graceful tropical tree that branches at 45 feet, growing to 120 feet with glossy, dark green, oblong leaves covered in oil glands bearing small white flowers producing winged, fruited beans.
Processing Methods: Crude balsam dry distilled. Steam distilled wood.
Yin Yang: Yin
Color Range: Pale yellow brown. Amber.
Applications: Bath with carrier oil, massage, mist spray.
Emotional: Feeling disconnected, unsupported, alone TO feeling part of a working whole, feeling good about what you do, your contribution is valued.
Mental: I can find my way in life. I know my mission and I am doing it.
Physical:
Spiritual: Can indicate that you have been through some very trying experiences. You have done a good job working through them. Now it is time to connect with yourself and life on a higher level. Tolu Balsam will help you get in touch with your spiritual teachers or
