Bursera silviae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silviae
ID:
509274
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rzed. & Calderón
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 82: 76 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508606
Common Names
- Bursera silviae
- Elephant Tree
- Palo de Elefante
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bursera silviae (also called 'Silvia's Bursera', among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Burseraceae family. It is native to Mexico. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bursera silviae is a species of flowering plant in the Burseraceae family. It is native to Mexico. Non-medical uses of this plant include use as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bursera silviae has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bursera silviae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Bursera silviae
Bursera silviae is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.
Bursera silviae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bursera silviae?
Bursera silviae
What is the common name of Bursera silviae?
Silviae's Bursera
Where is Bursera silviae found?
Bursera silviae is found in Mexico
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606485: Based on the initial data import
Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.
Graciela Calderón (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calderón' in the authors string.