Description
Myrrh seedlings, from Commiphora species, are slow-growing, drought-tolerant shrubs or small trees requiring well-draining soil, full sun, and warm temperatures (20-30°C for germination). Seeds have hard coats and benefit from scarification, but cuttings are also a popular propagation method, needing to release resin first to prevent rot. Expect slow, unpredictable growth, with maturity taking years, but they offer aromatic resin and ornamental value.
- Soil: Use a sandy, well-draining mix (like 1:1 sand/sowing soil).
- Light: Full sun is essential.
- Watering: Drought-tolerant; water sparingly, especially after establishment.
- Temperature: Warm conditions (around 25-30°C) for germination; minimum 10°C for container growing.
- Growth: Very slow and intermittent; be patient.
- Germination: Can take weeks; cover with plastic/glass to keep moist.
- Hard Coat: The tough seed coat often requires scarification or soaking (though not explicitly detailed in snippets) for better germination.
- Method: Take cuttings from the tree.
- Key Step: Allow the tree to release its sap/resin from the cutting before planting to prevent rotting.
- Appearance: Small, spiny tree with silvery, peeling bark and grey-green leaves.
- Resin: Oozes a fragrant, valuable gum resin used in traditional remedies and incense.
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