Bursera arida Oax., Pue., MEX

|0,1-0,2 cm|20-30 cm ↑|A rare species in the genus Bursera, rarely found in a limited, rocky area from Oaxaca to Puebla, in central and southwestern Mexico, and even rarer in cultivation. Of all Bursera, this species is apparently particularly drought-tolerant - at least, thats what the name arida suggests. The Burseras typical compact, shrubby growth habit and smooth, peeling, red to orange bark allow these plants to become quite spectacular bonsai plants with little effort. However, the caretaker should have some experience in caring for Bursera. The fine, feathery foliage is only visible during the short growing season and simply falls off in summer. Then, the view is unobstructed by the beautiful, gray-silver trunk, whose soft wood, incidentally, is fragrant. The flowers are small and inconspicuous at first glance - but theyre worth a closer look! Care: Bright to sunny location, dry in winter, and not below 12°C. Our plants are still young and need time to develop the typical characteristics of the species. Syn: Elaphrium aridum, Terebinthus arida

hints on cultivation:
from Southern Africa, Mexico and USA, growing season from middle of march until middle of november in a sunny and warm place, may also grow in a protected place outside during summer. Water regulary when foliage is fully developed, rest season from middle of november to march, keep above 6 - 8 °C

suggested soil for these plants:
Kakteen-Haage caudex soil

additional information:
This plant is of special interest for Insiders, difficult to get or hardly subject to cultivation

Caudex- or pachyform plants. Forming ball-, disk- or bottle-like body (stem or roots). Very attractive and unique plants.