Gum Benjamin is also called Benzoin or gum Benzoin. Benzoin Resin is a balsamic resin obtained from the bark of several spices of trees in the genus Styrax. In Arabic, Benzoin Resin is called luban. Benzoin Resin is also called as Sambrani in Tamil. Hindus burn Benzoin Resin to keep evils away from their homes, and it is also used for ceremonial purposes in Hindu temples & sacred places. Benzoin Resin is also popular Indian incense used to scent & treat hair, and prevent infections.