Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
benguelensis
ID:
1330390

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swanepoel

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 217: 191 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342844



Common Names

  • Commiphora benguelensis
  • Benguelensis Commiphora
  • Benguelensis Plant


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Description

Commiphora benguelensis (also called Benguela commiphora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in desert scrub, grasslands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora benguelensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commiphora benguelensis are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora benguelensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted immediately.

Where to Find Commiphora benguelensis

Commiphora benguelensis is native to Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be found in the wild in Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa.

Commiphora benguelensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora benguelensis?

Commiphora benguelensis

What is the family of Commiphora benguelensis?

Burseraceae

What is the common name of Commiphora benguelensis?

Benguela Commiphora

Species in the Commiphora genus

Commiphora gariepensis, Commiphora lacerata, Commiphora steynii, Commiphora kuneneana, Commiphora otjihipana, Commiphora acuminata, Commiphora africana, Commiphora alata, Commiphora alaticaulis, Commiphora anacardiifolia, Commiphora angolensis, Commiphora angustifoliolata, Commiphora ankaranensis, Commiphora antunesii, Commiphora aprevalii, Commiphora arafy, Commiphora arenaria, Commiphora baluensis, Commiphora berardellii, Commiphora berberidifolia, Commiphora berryi, Commiphora boranensis, Commiphora brevicalyx, Commiphora caerulea, Commiphora campestris, Commiphora capensis, Commiphora capuronii, Commiphora caudata, Commiphora cervifolia, Commiphora chaetocarpa, Commiphora chevalieri, Commiphora chiovendana, Commiphora ciliata, Commiphora coleopsis, Commiphora confusa, Commiphora corrugata, Commiphora crenatoserrata, Commiphora cuneifolia, Commiphora cyclophylla, Commiphora dalzielii, Commiphora dinteri, Commiphora discolor, Commiphora drake-brockmanii, Commiphora dulcis, Commiphora edulis, Commiphora eminii, Commiphora engleri, Commiphora enneaphylla, Commiphora erlangeriana, Commiphora erosa,

Species in the Burseraceae family

Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,

References

Wessel Swanepoel (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swanepoel' in the authors string.