Boswellia serrata

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Boswellia serrata plant details

Boswellia serrata is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green 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 serrata

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Boswellia serrata

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Probably synonymous with Boswellia carteri but most still consider this a separate species. One of the famous Frankinsence trees, native to Ethiopia. Has a wonderful, musky scent to the leaves and bark. Grows a twisted and beautiful caudex with petite leaves. Very slow growing.