Commiphora abyssinica (Myrrh Tree) - Image 5

Botanical name: Commiphora abyssinica

Common name: Myrrh Tree

Family: Burseraceae

Origin: Northeast Africa

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterThorny or spinyEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plant
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Commiphora abyssinica (Myrrh Tree) with light green round fruit on thorny woody tree branches
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