Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
buruxa
ID:
749755

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swanepoel

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 77: 609 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749088



Common Names

  • Commiphora buruxa
  • Buruxa Commiphora
  • Buruxa Myrrh


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Description

Commiphora buruxa (also called 'Buruxa Commiphora' or 'Buruxa Myrrh', among many other common names) is a shrub with small white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is typically found in dry, arid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora buruxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves can be used as animal fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Commiphora buruxa is a white to cream-colored bloom with five petals, and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean. The seedlings are slender and upright, with oval-shaped, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora buruxa is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Commiphora buruxa

Commiphora buruxa can be found in Africa.

Commiphora buruxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora buruxa?

Commiphora buruxa

What is the common name of Commiphora buruxa?

Buruxa Commiphora

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora buruxa?

Buruxa Commiphora is native to Madagascar

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,