Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
acuminata
ID:
617823

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattick

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 656 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617155

Common Names

  • Acuminata Myrrh
  • Acuminata Commiphora
  • Acuminata Guggul

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Description

Commiphora acuminata (also called 'Acuminate Guggul', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India and the Middle East. It has a rounded crown and grows to a height of 2-4 meters. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora acuminata has been used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It has also been used as a source of food and fuel, and the leaves can be used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Commiphora acuminata has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora acuminata is a shrub or small tree native to India. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist medium.

Where to Find Commiphora acuminata

Commiphora acuminata is native to Africa and can be found in dry savannas and woodlands in Ethiopia and Somalia.

Commiphora acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora acuminata?

Commiphora acuminata

What is the common name of Commiphora acuminata?

Acuminate myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora acuminata?

Commiphora acuminata is native to East Africa, including Ethiopia, Somalia, and Kenya

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-2733384: Based on the initial data import
Fritz Mattick (1901-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattick' in the authors string.