What is another word for Genus Commiphora?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs kəmˈɪfɔːɹə] (IPA)

Genus Commiphora is a collection of flowering plant species that are primarily found in Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Owing to their distinct features, these plants are occasionally referred to as myrrh trees. The term Commiphora comes from the African word, "kommi," which means gum. Some of the synonyms for genus Commiphora include gum trees, frankincense shrubs, and balm trees. Another term used to describe these plants is the Burseraceae family, which includes a variety of trees and shrubs that produce fragrant resins. Commiphora might also be referred to as myrrh, as this is the primary component extracted from this plant.

Synonyms for Genus commiphora:

What are the hypernyms for Genus commiphora?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Burseraceae (Family), Magnoliopsida (class), Plantae (kingdom), Sapindales (Order), Tracheophytes (division).

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