Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
razakamalalae
ID:
1302996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gostel, Phillipson & A.Weeks

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 1016 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315450



Common Names

  • Commiphora razakamalalae
  • Razakamalalae Commiphora
  • Razakamalalae Guggul


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Description

Commiphora razakamalalae (also called 'Razakamalalae Myrrh', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub found in tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It grows up to 3 m tall, with long, slender stems with glossy green leaves. It is native to Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Malaysia, where it grows in lowland and hill forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora razakamalalae has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commiphora razakamalalae are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora razakamalalae is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is propagated by division or by stem cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by division in spring or by stem cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Commiphora razakamalalae

Commiphora razakamalalae is native to Madagascar and can be found in the rainforests of the eastern part of the island.

Commiphora razakamalalae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora razakamalalae?

Commiphora razakamalalae

What are the common names of Commiphora razakamalalae?

Common names of Commiphora razakamalalae include wild myrrh and African myrrh.

Where is Commiphora razakamalalae found?

Commiphora razakamalalae is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

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

Peter B. Phillipson (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phillipson' in the authors string.
Andrea Weeks: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weeks' in the authors string.
Morgan Robert Gostel (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gostel' in the authors string.