Burseras fagaroides--Elephant Tree Frankincense

There are about 50 species of Burseras in the world. The dried sap of some of the species is sold as Frankincense. Bursera fagaroides develops a swollen trunk, and can be a spectacular specimen. It is one of the most common Burseras of Mexico, and is probably one of the most common in the trade, which does not mean that it is frequently encountered. They are easily trained as a bonsai.

The Bursera fagaroides is protected in Arizona.