Frankincense Frereana

Frankincense Frereana (Boswellia frereana), known locally as Maydi, is a rare and highly prized resin harvested in the Al-Madow mountain ranges of Puntland, Somalia. This resin has been cherished for centuries for its sweet, citrusy, and slightly minty aroma, making it especially valued as a natural chewing resin as well as a premium ingredient in perfumery and wellness applications. Skilled nomadic families carefully tap mature Boswellia trees using traditional hand tools, collecting the resin tears that form naturally. The resin is then hand-cleaned and sorted to preserve its purity. Sustainably harvested and deeply tied to the cultural heritage of Puntland, Frereana resin reflects Younis Aroma’s commitment to tradition, traceability, and ethical trade.

Botanical Name:

Boswellia frereana

Origin:

Puntland, Somalia

Harvest Region:

Al-Madow mountain ranges, Bari region, Puntland

Collection Method:

Manual tapping, wildcrafted, traditional harvesting by nomadic families; hand-cleaned and sun-dried

Batch Traceability:

Sensory Profile:

Sweet, citrusy, and slightly minty; softer than Carterii with a distinctive fresh and uplifting character

Technical Specifications:

MOQ:

5 metric tons (FOB Puntland, Somalia)

Packaging & Shipping:

Lead Time:

4–6 weeks from confirmed purchase order

Pricing:

On request (per kg / per metric ton)

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