Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
lancifolia
ID:
576905

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 4: 42 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576237



Common Names

  • Bursera lancifolia
  • Lance-Leaf Bursera
  • Lance-Leaf Torchwood


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Synonyms

  • Bursera trijuga Ramírez [unknown]
  • Elaphrium lancifolium Schltdl. [unknown]
  • Elaphrium trijugum Rose [unknown]
  • Bursera trijuga Ramirez [unknown]
  • Terebinthus trijuga Rose [unknown]

Description

Bursera lancifolia (also called Elephant Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Burseraceae family. It is native to the Sonoran Desert, Chihuahuan Desert, and the Baja California Peninsula. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry, rocky slopes to sandy washes.

Uses & Benefits

Bursera lancifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its essential oils, and for making furniture. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin infections and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bursera lancifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bursera lancifolia is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Bursera lancifolia

Bursera lancifolia is native to Mexico.

Bursera lancifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bursera lancifolia?

Bursera lancifolia

What is the natural habitat of Bursera lancifolia?

Tropical dry forests in Central America

What is the size of Bursera lancifolia?

Small to medium-sized tree

Species in the Bursera genus

Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata, Bursera cuneata, Bursera denticulata, Bursera discolor, Bursera diversifolia, Bursera dubia, Bursera epinnata, Bursera esparzae, Bursera excelsa, Bursera fagaroides, Bursera filicifolia, Bursera fragilis, Bursera fragrantissima, Bursera frenningiae, Bursera galeottiana, Bursera glabra, Bursera glabrifolia, Bursera glauca, Bursera gracilipes, Bursera grandifolia, Bursera graveolens, Bursera heliae, Bursera heteresthes, Bursera heterophylla,

Species in the Burseraceae family

Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,

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