Bursera microphylla
SMALL-LEAF ELEPHANT TREE
Burseraceae

 
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Plant type: deciduous shrub or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9b-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: high wind
3.5m
Plant habit
 
5m

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Bursera microphylla
SMALL-LEAF ELEPHANT TREE
Burseraceae

 

  Plant type: deciduous shrub or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9b-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, acidic to alkaline

Tolerances: high wind
3.5m
Plant habit
 
5m

FEATURES

Flowers: white

Flowering Time: early summer to late summer

Bark & Stems: white peeling bark, bottle stems


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits dry style designs

Uses: pot, accents, bonsai

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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