Bursera odorata (Torote Blanco)

Bursera odorata (Torote Blanco) tree branches with thin bark and many tiny green foliage parts.

Botanical name: Bursera odorata

Common names: Torote Blanco, Elephant Tree

Origin: Mexico

USDA Zone: 9-11

Plant form: Small tree; suitable for bonsai

Mature height: 10-20 ft

Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor

Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.

Watering: Moderate

Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Foliage: Deciduous

Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant

Bursera odorata (Torote Blanco) showing many small green leaves attached to light brown woody branches.

Bursera odorata (Torote Blanco) showing numerous small green leaves attached to light brown woody branches.

Bursera odorata (Torote Blanco) trunk skin peeling off in tan flakes over the green bark

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