Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
pterocarpa
ID:
618088

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 18: 282 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617420

Common Names

  • Pterocarpa Myrrh
  • Pterocarpa Balsam
  • Pterocarpa Commiphora

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Description

Commiphora pterocarpa (also called Winged Commiphora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a greyish-brown bark. It is native to Somalia and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora pterocarpa has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antimicrobial properties. It has been used as a natural insect repellent and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Commiphora pterocarpa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora pterocarpa can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings are established.

Where to Find Commiphora pterocarpa

Commiphora pterocarpa can be found in the dry regions of India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.

Commiphora pterocarpa FAQ

What is the common name of Commiphora pterocarpa?

Pterocarpa myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora pterocarpa?

Dry and rocky areas of the Arabian Peninsula, East Africa, and India

What is the traditional use of Commiphora pterocarpa?

Used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, coughs, and colds

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,