Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
leptophloeos
ID:
618012

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.) J.B.Gillett

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 34: 582 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617344



Common Names

  • Commiphora leptophloeos
  • Leptophloeos myrrh
  • Leptophloeos resin


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Synonyms

  • Bursera leptophloeos Mart. [unknown]
  • Bursera martiana Engl. [unknown]
  • Bursera orinocensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Icica leptophloeos Mart. ex Engl. [unknown]

Description

Commiphora leptophloeos (also called 'Leptophloeos Commiphora', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Somalia and Ethiopia. It grows up to 5 meters tall and has yellow-green leaves. It prefers dry climates and is commonly found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora leptophloeos is used as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an incense for religious ceremonies, and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commiphora leptophloeos are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora leptophloeos is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to dry, rocky areas in the Middle East. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The seed should be kept moist and warm until germination, which can take up to several months. Once the seedlings have developed a few sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Commiphora leptophloeos

Commiphora leptophloeos can be found in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.

Commiphora leptophloeos FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora leptophloeos?

Commiphora leptophloeos

What is the common name of Commiphora leptophloeos?

Leptophloeos myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora leptophloeos?

Commiphora leptophloeos 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2733560: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Jan Bevington Gillett (1911-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Gillett' in the authors string.