Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
hildebrandtii
ID:
617975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 4: 15 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617307



Common Names

  • Commiphora hildebrandtii
  • Hildebrandt's myrrh
  • Hildebrandt myrrh


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Synonyms

  • Balsamea hildebrandtii Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora ogadensis Chiov. [unknown]
  • Commiphora tephrodes Chiov. [unknown]

Description

Commiphora hildebrandtii (also called Hildebrandt'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 hildebrandtii is used as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an incense for religious ceremonies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commiphora hildebrandtii 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 hildebrandtii 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 hildebrandtii

Commiphora hildebrandtii is found in Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya.

Commiphora hildebrandtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora hildebrandtii?

Commiphora hildebrandtii

What is the common name of Commiphora hildebrandtii?

Hildebrandt's myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora hildebrandtii?

Commiphora hildebrandtii is native to Namibia and Angola

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,

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