Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
spinulosa
ID:
618152

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Gillett ex Thulin

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 20: 399 (2000 publ. 2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617484



Common Names

  • Commiphora spinulosa
  • Guggul Myrrh
  • Guggul


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Description

Commiphora spinulosa (also called Spiny Commiphora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a greyish-brown bark. It is native to the Arabian Peninsula and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora spinulosa is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commiphora spinulosa are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora spinulosa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Commiphora spinulosa

Commiphora spinulosa is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry, deciduous forests and scrublands.

Commiphora spinulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora spinulosa?

Commiphora spinulosa

What is the common name of Commiphora spinulosa?

Spinulose Commiphora

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora spinulosa?

Dry, rocky slopes in Ethiopia and Eritrea

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-2733691: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Jan Bevington Gillett (1911-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Gillett' in the authors string.