Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
mollis
ID:
618031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 4: 23 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617363



Common Names

  • Commiphora mollis
  • Mollis myrrh
  • Mollis resin


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Synonyms

  • Balsamea mollis Engl. [unknown]
  • Balsamea welwitschii Hiern [unknown]
  • Balsamodendrum molle Oliv. [unknown]
  • Commiphora boehmii Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora cinerea Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora dekindtiana Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora iringensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora krausei Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora montana Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora ndemfi Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora stuhlmannii Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora welwitschii Engl. [unknown]

Description

Commiphora mollis (also called Cane-Balsam, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a greyish-brown bark. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and the Middle East, and grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora mollis 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 mollis 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 mollis 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 mollis

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

Commiphora mollis FAQ

What is the common name of Commiphora mollis?

The common name of Commiphora mollis is Indian Bdellium Tree

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora mollis?

The natural habitat of Commiphora mollis is dry deciduous forests

What is the scientific name of Commiphora mollis?

The scientific name of Commiphora mollis is Commiphora mollis

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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