Commiphora wightii

Also Known As

Indian bdellium-tree
Mukul Myrrh Tree

Plant type

tree, shrub, cactus / succulent

size

H: 13'
W: 10'

planting zones

9a-11

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Commiphora wightii plant details

Commiphora wightii is an evergreen cactus / succulent, shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Commiphora wightii

Plant type: cactus / succulent, shrub or tree
Plant family: burseraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 13 FT tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, culinary, distinctive bark, endangered, houseplant, spiky, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Commiphora wightii

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to India and Pakistan. Critically endangered due to tapping for the gum resin to make the ayurvedic compound known as Guggul. Plants die within 3 years of being tapped. Wild populations are in severe trouble. CITES, cannot export. Despite mortality from tapping, these plants are actually pretty easy to grow. Beautiful peeling bark reveals a bright green trunk.