Bursera graveolens subsp. malacophylla
Dwarf Palo Santo, Galapagos Incense Tree
Also known as: Bursera malacophylla B.L.Rob.
- Bursera malacophylla B.L.Rob.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Burseraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Bursera graveolens subsp. malacophylla (commonly known as Dwarf Palo Santo or Galapagos Incense Tree) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Burseraceae family. Originating in South America, this subspecies is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Bursera graveolens, which is linked below, along with other subspecies of this species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Galápagos
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