Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
gariepensis
ID:
507540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swanepoel

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 36: 52 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506872

Common Names

  • Commiphora gariepensis
  • Gariep commiphora
  • Gariep commiphora tree

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Description

Commiphora gariepensis (also called 'Gariep Commiphora', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree with fragrant bark. It is native to Africa, and is found in forests and other wooded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora gariepensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source and for its wood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Commiphora gariepensis is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora gariepensis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or fall.

Where to Find Commiphora gariepensis

Commiphora gariepensis is found in Namibia and Angola.

Commiphora gariepensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora gariepensis?

Commiphora gariepensis

What is the common name of Commiphora gariepensis?

Gariep commiphora

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora gariepensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of 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-2604029: Based on the initial data import
Wessel Swanepoel (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swanepoel' in the authors string.