Photo by Cactus Jungle
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Bursera morelensis
Also Known As
- Red Cuajiote
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 10'
- W: 10'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Bursera morelensis plant details
Bursera morelensis is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Bursera morelensis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: burseraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 0 - 10 FT - wide, 0 - 10 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Bursera morelensis
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Freely branching small tree; peeling bark, small leaflet pairs.
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Bursera morelensis plant
How to Grow Bursera morelensis
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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