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What is frankincense?

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== Frankincense == An aromatic gum resin obtained from African and Asian trees of the genus Boswellia and used chiefly as incense and in perfumes.

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Frankincense is an aromatic resin obtained from trees of the genus Boswellia, It is used in incense as well as in perfumes
It is an aromatic resin obtained from trees that are common to the Middle East and area. It is used in perfumes and incense.

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