Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
virgata
ID:
618190

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19: 139 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617522

Common Names

  • Commiphora virgata
  • Guggul Myrrh
  • Guggul

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Description

Commiphora virgata (also called Virgate, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Burseraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to East Africa and grows in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Commiphora virgata is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, fever, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to produce incense.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Commiphora virgata are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Commiphora virgata is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of up to 6 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Both methods require full sun and warm temperatures for successful cultivation.

Where to Find Commiphora virgata

Commiphora virgata is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in dry, deciduous forests and scrublands.

Commiphora virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Commiphora virgata?

Commiphora virgata

What is the common name of Commiphora virgata?

Virgate myrrh

What is the natural habitat of Commiphora virgata?

Dry savannas and scrublands of East 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,

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