Commiphora is the most species-rich genus of flowering plants in the frankincense and myrrh family, Burseraceae.

The genus name Commiphora originates from the Greek words kommi meaning 'gum' and phoros meaning 'bearing'. It was first used in 1797 by Jacquin who described the first specimen from …

This article presents a comprehensive review of research conducted on the traditional uses, phytochemistry, modern pharmacology, and other aspects of the genus Commiphora. At the same …

The Commiphora tree, an ancient plant, has held significant importance across diverse cultures for thousands of years. Thriving in arid regions, this genus of flowering plants is recognized for its ability …

The largest genus of the family, Commiphora (185 species), is found mostly in the drier areas of northeastern Africa and Madagascar and from Arabia to India. Myrrh is the resin from plants of the …

The genus Commiphora includes about 150–200 taxa (species, subspecies and varieties) that primarily occupy the warm, dry areas of the Old World, especially within the tropics.

Commiphora refers to a genus of tropical trees widely distributed in Asia and Africa, known for demonstrating antifungal, antiectoparasite, and antiviral activities, particularly against Newcastle …