Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
discolor
ID:
617916

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mendes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 41: 155 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617248

Common Names

  • Commiphora discolor
  • Discolored Myrrh
  • Two-colored Myrrh

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Description

Commiphora discolor (also called two-colored 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 discolor is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including headaches, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an incense and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Commiphora discolor has small, white flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora discolor is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to arid regions of Africa, and is tolerant of drought and poor soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Commiphora discolor

Commiphora discolor is native to the dry regions of East Africa.

Commiphora discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora discolor?

Commiphora discolor

What is the common name of Commiphora discolor?

Discolored myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora discolor?

Commiphora discolor 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,