Bursera aff. aptera [caudiciform]

Also Known As

Bursera cf aptera

Plant type

tree

size

H: 15'-25'
W: 10'-25'

planting zones

9a-11

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Bursera aff. aptera [caudiciform] plant details

Bursera aff. aptera [caudiciform] is a broadleaf evergreen tree 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. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Bursera aff. aptera [caudiciform]

Plant type: tree
Plant family: burseraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Bursera aff. aptera [caudiciform]

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nice caudiciform from Oaxaca, Mexico, related to B. aptera in the fagaroides group. Grows a striking, bottle shaped above ground caudex and a twisting, knobby underground caudex as well. Very graceful bursera, great for succulent type bonsai. Cuttings will grow a caudex.