Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
wightii
ID:
618192

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arn.) Bhandari

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Surv. India 6: 327 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617524



Common Names

  • Commiphora wightii
  • Guggul Myrrh
  • Guggul


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Synonyms

  • Balsamodendrum wightii Arn. [unknown]
  • Commiphora roxburghii Engl. [unknown]
  • Commiphora roxburghii serratifolia Haines [unknown]

Description

Commiphora wightii (also called Wight's myrrh, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Burseraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to India and grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora wightii is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, fever, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to produce incense.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Commiphora wightii is a yellow, tubular flower with a red tip. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora wightii is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of up to 6 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Both methods require full sun and warm temperatures for successful cultivation.

Where to Find Commiphora wightii

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

Commiphora wightii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora wightii?

Commiphora wightii

What is the common name of Commiphora wightii?

Wight's myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora wightii?

Dry savannas and scrublands of East Africa

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-2733729: Based on the initial data import
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Madan Mal Bhandari (1929-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bhandari' in the authors string.