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Abyssinian myrrh

Scientific Name: Commiphora habessinica

Family: Burseraceae

Category: Dicot

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Abyssinian Myrrh: An Overview

This page provides information about Abyssinian Myrrh, also known scientifically as Commiphora habessinica.

Considerations for Pets

  • The information references the use of Abyssinian Myrrh root extract. Contact a veterinarian before administering it to pets.
  • Myrrh is mentioned as an ingredient in extracts, some of which may not be safe for consumption by animals.

Considerations for Children

  • The information references the use of Abyssinian Myrrh root extract. Contact a pediatrician before administering it to children.
  • Myrrh is mentioned as an ingredient in extracts, some of which may not be safe for consumption by children.

Scientific Name and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Commiphora habessinica (Berg) Engl.
  • Common Names: Abyssinian Myrrh, African Myrrh, Arabian Myrrh, Yemen Myrrh, Common Myrrh, Gum Myrrh
  • Other Names: Bal, Bol, Bola, Didin, Didthin, Heerabol, Mo Yao
  • Alternative names and misspellings: barakande, bisabol myrrh, dashi &#39biskiti, gandharsh, guban myrrh, habaq-hagar-ad, heerbol, heerabol myrrh

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Burseraceae
  • Kingdom: Plantae (plants)
  • Synonyms: Balsamodendrum habessinicum, Balsamodendrum myrrha, Commiphora abyssinica
  • Symbol: COHA4

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula.
  • Also referred to as Flowers of Israel, which indicates its presence in this area.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Flowering twig.

Traditional Uses

  • Abyssinian Myrrh root extract is used for upper respiratory problems, acting as an anti-bacterial and anti-viral agent.
  • Used to combat infections of the lungs.
  • The text refers to Abyssinian Myrrh being soothing to mucous membranes.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The text mentions "Companion Plants for Abyssinian Myrrh (Commiphora habessinica)".

Resources and Further Information

  • WebMD
  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
  • uBio
  • Alamy
  • eHealthMe (http://www.eHealthMe.com)