Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
pereirae
ID:
1305445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Daly

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 66: 186 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317899



Common Names

  • Bursera pereirae
  • Pereira's Bursera
  • Pereira's Torchwood


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Description

Bursera pereirae (also called 'Pereira's Bursera', among many other common names) is a tree native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Bursera pereirae is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used for medicinal purposes, such as treating inflammation and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bursera pereirae has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bursera pereirae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location. Once established, Bursera pereirae can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Bursera pereirae

Bursera pereirae can be found in the dry forests of Central America.

Bursera pereirae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bursera pereirae?

Bursera pereirae

What is the natural habitat of Bursera pereirae?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Bursera pereirae?

White to pale yellow

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,

References

Douglas C. Daly (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Daly' in the authors string.