MYRRH 'Marchand's' --Commiphora marchandii--

A dry deciduous shrub or small tree to 10 m tall with gray bark and pinnate leaves with three broad leaflets with reddish edges. Commiphora marchandii is native to dry forests in western and southwestern Madagascar from low elevations to 1200 m. In cultivation it is best suited to warm temperate and dry tropical climates.Cultural RequirementsSun Exposure Full sun from early ageLight shade when youngFrost Tolerance LightWater Requirements LowDrought Tolerance YesWind Tolerance ModerateAppearanceGrowth Rate ModerateGrowth Form Medium TreeSmall TreeOrnamental Value PrettyUsesProperties ColorfulDeciduousDioeciousScentHazards Child and Pet FriendlyGardening BonsaiLandscapingOrnamentalProducts/Economic Resin