Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
guillauminii
ID:
617966

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 18: 281 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617298



Common Names

  • Commiphora Guillauminii
  • Guillauminii Myrrh
  • Gum Myrrh


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Description

Commiphora guillauminii (also called Guillaumin's Myrrh, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 3m tall. It is native to Africa, occurring in Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and Tanzania. It typically grows in dry savanna and bushland.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora guillauminii is used for its fragrant resin, which is used in perfumes and incense. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commiphora guillauminii are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora guillauminii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to arid regions of Africa, and is tolerant of drought and poor soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Commiphora guillauminii

Commiphora guillauminii can be found in Ethiopia and Somalia.

Commiphora guillauminii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora guillauminii?

Commiphora guillauminii

What are the common names of Commiphora guillauminii?

Guillaumin's myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora guillauminii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of Ethiopia, Somalia, and Yemen

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,