Scientific name: Ferula gumosa boiss Family: Apiaceae English names: Galbanum Farsi names: Barijeh pharmacological effects: Galbaresenic acid.galbancid.beta-pinenes.myrcene.cadinenes.guaiazulene Geographic Distribution: Mesopotamia area, India, China, Israel, and Egypt. Iran and Turkey are the primary sources of galbanum. Health Benefits of Galbanum: Stimulates Blood Circulation Relieves Spasms Reduces Scar Marks Acts as Decongestant Detoxifies the Body Rejuvenates the Skin Kills Insects Stimulates Circulation Anti-parasitic Property