Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
brevicalyx
ID:
617868

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 18: 277 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617200

Common Names

  • Brevicalyx Myrrh
  • Brevicalyx Commiphora
  • Brevicalyx Guggul

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Synonyms

  • Commiphora brevicalyx vezorum Capuron [unknown]

Description

Commiphora brevicalyx (also called short-stalked myrrh, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Ethiopia and Somalia. It has a grey-green bark and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and in semi-arid savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora brevicalyx is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an incense and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Commiphora brevicalyx is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora brevicalyx 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 brevicalyx

Commiphora brevicalyx is found in the dry regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Commiphora brevicalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora brevicalyx?

Commiphora brevicalyx

What type of plant is Commiphora brevicalyx?

Tree

Where is Commiphora brevicalyx native to?

Madagascar

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,