Commiphora holtziana Engl.
Holtz's Commiphora
Shrub or small tree from arid East Africa (Tanzania and Kenya), described by Engler and dedicated to the German explorer and botanist Georg Holtz. Inhabits dry, low-altitude thorn scrublands on sandy or stony soils. Succulent bark characteristic of the genus. It is the type species of a micro-group that includes subspecies microphylla (RN-CMPH-00007).
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Burseraceae |
| Genus | Commiphora |
| Growth Habit | Spiny shrub 1.5–4 m, branching from the base. Succulent green-grey to yellowish bark. Branches with robust spines. Deciduous in drought. |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern (LC) – IUCN. Relatively widespread in arid East Africa. |
| pH Target | 6.5–8.0 |
| Type | Sandy, stony |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy, stony
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
C
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Every 4–5 years.
Very diluted balanced mineral fertilizer, once or twice a year in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No significant known toxicity. Spines represent a physical laceration hazard.
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"Species widely distributed in Tanzania and southern Kenya. Includes subspecies microphylla (J.B.Gillett) distinguishable by its smaller leaves; see RN-CMPH-00007."
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