Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Burseraceae

Genus:

Commiphora

Species:

Commiphora angolensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree , Shrub

Height:

500 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

yellow, green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts vigorously from rootstock after fire, common in fire-prone African savannas. Thick bark provides some protection from low-intensity fires.