Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
marlothii
ID:
618025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44: 155 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617357

Common Names

  • Commiphora marlothii
  • Marloth's myrrh
  • Marloth myrrh

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Description

Commiphora marlothii (also called 'Marloth's Commiphora', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Somalia and Ethiopia. It grows up to 5 meters tall and has yellow-green leaves. It prefers dry climates and is commonly found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora marlothii is used as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an incense for religious ceremonies, and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commiphora marlothii are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora marlothii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to dry, rocky areas in the Middle East. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The seed should be kept moist and warm until germination, which can take up to several months. Once the seedlings have developed a few sets of true leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Commiphora marlothii

Commiphora marlothii can be found in South Africa.

Commiphora marlothii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora marlothii?

Commiphora marlothii

What are the common names of Commiphora marlothii?

Marloth's myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora marlothii?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of Ethiopia, Somalia, and Yemen

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,

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