Elephant Tree
Boswellia papyrifera
- Native to:
- Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Sudan-South Sudan, Uganda
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Burseraceae
- Genus:
- Boswellia
- Species:
- Boswellia papyrifera
- USDA Symbol:
- BOPA11
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 1200 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- mar,apr,may
- Bloom Colors:
- white, pink
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid, rocky regions; prefers dry conditions