Commiphora playfairii var. benadirensis Chiov.
Benadir Coast Commiphora
Coastal variety of Commiphora playfairii described by Chiovenda from specimens collected on the Benadir coast (present-day southern Somali coast, Mogadishu region). Adapted to littoral sand conditions and salt-laden Indian Ocean winds.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Burseraceae |
| Genus | Commiphora |
| Growth Habit | Low to medium spiny shrub, 1-2.5 m, with adaptations to saline littoral conditions. |
| Conservation Status | Data Deficient (DD); very restricted type locality. |
| pH Target | 7,0-8,0 |
| Type | Littoral sandy, well drained, slight salinity. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Littoral sandy, well drained, slight salinity.
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Propagation Strategy
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Every 3-4 years.
Diluted mineral fertiliser, once in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No documented toxicity data.
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"Variety described by Chiovenda based on leaf and spine differences in coastal Benadir populations. Its validity as an independent variety has not been reviewed with molecular methods. For the type species, see RN-CMPH-00014."
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