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Boswellia nana

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Boswellia nana plant details

Boswellia nana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with bronze, green and red foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Boswellia nana

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: burseraceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, green and red
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Boswellia nana

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf Boswellia species. Wonderful, miniature leaves with red, copper and green leaves. Stunning white trunk. Native to Socotra.

Gardening facts about Boswellia nana plant

How to Grow Boswellia nana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • bronze
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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