African Myrrh

Commiphora africana, Burseraceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerDynamic AccumulatorPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

MukheitBoscia senegalensis

Nurse PlantWind Protection

Desert Rose VineAdenia gummifera

Nurse PlantWind Protection

Camel ThornVachellia erioloba

Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Ceylon RosewoodAlbizia odoratissima

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Desert GrapeCyphostemma juttae

Nurse PlantWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Glossy-leaved CorkwoodCommiphora glandulosa

Same genus succulent trees compete for water and produce defensive chemical compounds

Uses

Functions

Resin ProductionMedicinal HarvestErosion ControlBrowse

Edible Parts

Fruits

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryAntimicrobialDigestive

Common Questions

What zones does African Myrrh grow in?

African Myrrh grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for African Myrrh?

Good companions for African Myrrh include Mukheit, Desert Rose Vine, Camel Thorn, Ceylon Rosewood, Desert Grape.

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