Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Burseraceae

Genus:

Commiphora

Species:

Commiphora campestris subsp. shinyangensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree , Shrub

Height:

400 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

yellow, greenish-yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small mammals, birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts from root crown after fire, typical adaptation of miombo woodland species. Tolerates low-intensity burns during dry season.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Fresh seeds germinate more readily. Soaking seeds in warm water for 24 hours may improve germination rates.

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