Commiphora habessinica var. grossedentata Chiov.
Coarsely-toothed Abyssinian myrrh
Variety of Commiphora habessinica (the Abyssinian myrrh) characterised by its leaves with especially large, coarse marginal teeth ('grossedentata' = coarsely toothed). Native to the arid lands of Ethiopia, ancient Abyssinia. The typical species C. habessinica is already a notable source of aromatic resin; this variety shares the same resinous properties with more coarsely toothed leaves.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Burseraceae |
| Genus | Commiphora |
| Growth Habit | Shrub or small tree 2–5 m, branched shrubby habit. Typical succulent bark. Deciduous in dry season. Spines present on terminal branches. |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (LC) as a variety. Ethiopian populations are under pressure from deforestation and resin over-harvesting. |
| pH Target | 6.5–8.0 |
| Type | Loamy-sandy, clay-stony |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Loamy-sandy, clay-stony
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 3–5 years in spring.
Very diluted cactus fertilizer in spring and summer (two applications per year).
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No toxicity data specific to this variety beyond the typical species. Same precautions: avoid ingestion of pure resin and prolonged skin contact.
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"The variety grossedentata was described by Chiovenda from Ethiopian material. Its infraspecific taxonomic position has not been reviewed with modern molecular phylogenies; it could merit independent species status if foliar variation correlates with genetic differences."
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