Bursera penicillata
(Sesse & Moc. ex DC.) Engl.
Elemi-gum, Indian lavender, Linaloe-tree
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Summary
Source: WikipediaBursera penicillata is a Mexican species of trees in the frankincense family in the soapwood order. It is widespread in much of Mexico from Sonora and Chihuahua to Oaxaca and Veracruz. Bursera penicillata is a small tree. Leaves are pinnately compound with 7-9 leaflets.
Description
A shrub or small tree. It grows 15 m tall. The trunk can be 50-70 cm across. The leaves have 8-9 leaflets along the stalk. They have rounded teeth along the edge.
Edible Uses
Used as a flavouring.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. In India it occurs in the Western and Eastern Ghats. It grows in semi-arid regions.
Where It Grows
Asia, India, Mexico,
Cultivation
A plant of the semi-arid tropics.
Other Uses
The wood becomes scented when wounded due to the formation of an essential oil. An essential oil is obtained from the fruit. Both oils are used in perfumery.
Other Information
It is cultivated.
Notes
The wood and fruit produce oil used for perfumes. The oil has anti-oxidant properties.
Synonyms
References (4)
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Wiersema, J. H. & Leon, B., 2013, World Economic Plants. A Standard Reference CRC Press. 2nd Ed. p 124
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
- Wikipedia
