Taber's Medical Dictionary
Commiphora
(kŏ-mif′ŏ-ră )
[L. Commiphora, fr Gr. kommiphora, gum-bearing]
A genus of nearly 200 flowering plants, shrubs, and trees, native to Africa, Arabia, and India. Several species produce fragrant resins used for incense, perfume, and medication.
Commiphora gileadensis
SEE: balm of Gilead (1)
Commiphora mukul
SEE: guggul
Commiphora opobalsamum
SEE: balm of Gilead (1)
Commiphora wightii
SEE: guggul
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