Commiphora

Commiphora is a large genus of approximately 190 species in the Burseraceae family, distributed across sub-tropical Africa, the western Indian Ocean islands, the Arabian Peninsula, India, and South America. The genus has been valued since antiquity as the source of myrrh and other aromatic resins. Species cultivated as caudex plants are prized for their beautifully peeling bark, which varies in color from green and yellow to gray depending on species. The trunk becomes substantially swollen with age, and plants are deciduous, dropping leaves during dry season dormancy. Leaves are typically pinnate, providing lush greenery during the growing season. Growth rate varies by species but is generally slow. All require full sun, highly porous soil, generous watering when growing, and complete drought during winter dormancy. Sensitive to cold and overwatering. The textured peeling bark, fragrant resin, and distinctive trunk forms appeal to discerning caudex collectors.

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