Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
kuneneana
ID:
509521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swanepoel

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 37: 42 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508853



Common Names

  • Commiphora kuneneana
  • Kuneneana Commiphora
  • Kuneneana


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Description

Commiphora kuneneana (also called Kunene Commiphora, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Burseraceae. It is native to Namibia and is found in dry forests and scrublands. It has lanceolate leaves with entire margins and a glossy upper surface.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora kuneneana is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Commiphora kuneneana has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora kuneneana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Commiphora kuneneana

Commiphora kuneneana is native to Namibia.

Commiphora kuneneana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora kuneneana?

Commiphora kuneneana

What is the common name of Commiphora kuneneana?

Kunene Commiphora

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora kuneneana?

Tropical and subtropical dry forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606746: Based on the initial data import
Wessel Swanepoel (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swanepoel' in the authors string.