Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
namibensis
ID:
1328380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swanepoel

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 178: 211 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340834



Common Names

  • Commiphora namibensis
  • Namibian Commiphora
  • Commiphora of Namibia


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Description

Commiphora namibensis (also called Commiphora namibensis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Namibia. It has a rounded crown and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate. It is found in dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora namibensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Commiphora namibensis has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora namibensis is a succulent native to the deserts of Namibia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. The plant should be watered regularly, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing, and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Commiphora namibensis

Commiphora namibensis is native to the deserts of Namibia. It can be found in the regions of Erongo, Hardap, and Karas.

Commiphora namibensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora namibensis?

Commiphora namibensis

What type of plant is Commiphora namibensis?

It is a species of shrub

Where is Commiphora namibensis found?

It is found in the deserts of Namibia

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

Wessel Swanepoel (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swanepoel' in the authors string.