Commiphora wightii
About
Commiphora wightii, with common names Indian bdellium-tree, gugal, guggal, guggul, gugul, or mukul myrrh tree, is a flowering plant in the family Burseraceae, which produces a fragrant resin called gugal, guggul or gugul, that is used in incense and vedic medicine. The species is native to western India, from where it was introduced westward to southern Pakistan and the middle-east. It prefers arid and semi-arid climates and is tolerant of poor soil.
- Family
- Burseraceae
How to use it
The resin from the Indian bdellium-tree is primarily used in incense and traditional medicine, particularly in Vedic practices. It is known for its fragrant qualities and is often utilized in rituals. Additionally, its ability to thrive in arid conditions makes it an excellent choice for landscaping in dry areas.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
In the kitchen
The resin from the Indian bdellium-tree is not typically eaten by humans. Instead, it is used for its aromatic properties in incense and traditional medicine. So, while you won't find it in your kitchen, its scent can certainly enhance your space!
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Commiphora wightii
- Slug
- commiphora-wightii
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Burseraceae
- Genus
- Commiphora
- Species
- wightii
- Wikidata QID
- Q901803
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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