Commiphora rivae Engl.
Riva's Commiphora
Spiny shrub of the arid and semi-arid zones of Ethiopia and Kenya, described by Engler and named after Italian collector G. Riva, who operated in the Horn of Africa in the late 19th century. Inhabits xeric scrublands at low altitude on stony soils.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Burseraceae |
| Genus | Commiphora |
| Growth Habit | Spiny deciduous shrub 1-3 m, with succulent bark and compact branched structure. |
| Conservation Status | Data Deficient (DD); few modern collections documented. |
| pH Target | 6,5-8,0 |
| Type | Stony-sandy, dry, neutral to slightly alkaline. |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Stony-sandy, dry, neutral to slightly alkaline.
groups Beneficial Associations
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Propagation Strategy
S
C
Every 4-5 years.
Very diluted succulent fertiliser, once in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
No documented toxicity data.
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"Named by Engler in honour of G. Riva, an Italian botanical collector active in the Horn of Africa (c. 1891-1897). It is one of several Ethiopian Commiphora described by Engler in the 1890s-1900s from collections made by Italian and German scientific expeditions."
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