Commiphora gileadensis (Balm of Gilead) - Image 1

Botanical names: Commiphora gileadensis, Commiphora opobalsamum

Common names: Balm of Gilead, Mecca Myrrh

Family: Burseraceae

Origin: Africa

Plant used for bonsai

Small tree 10-20 ft

Full sun

Moderate water

Deciduous plant

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