Commiphora abyssinica

Myrrh is a large shrub (or small tree) indigenous to Northeast Africa, and collected in Southern Arabia and Iran. The part of this plant used medicinally is the resin. Myrrh is referred to in the Bible. Myrrh was used as a wine preservative in the ancient world. It was used by Egyptians in embalming mixtures. It was also used as an aromatic for perfumes, funerals, and insect repellents.

Similar plants:

• Commiphora gileadensis, Commiphora opobalsamum (Balm of Gilead, Mecca Myrrh )
• Commiphora humbertii (Commiphora)
• Commiphora mossambicensis, Commiphora fischeri (Pepper-leaved Commiphora)
• Commiphora orbicularis (Commiphora)
• Commiphora sp. (Commiphora, Velvet(-leaved) Corkwood.)