Bourreria succulenta is an evergreen shrub or small tree with spreading or drooping branches; it can grow 3.5 - 7.5 metres tall. The bole can be 10cm or more in diameter. Common Trees of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Bourreria succulenta has a number of medicinal uses including treating diarrhea, fevers, nerves, pain, skin infections and inflammations, weak bladders, and as a component of strengthening and aphrodisiac teas. The fruits are edible to humans.
Bourreria Succulenta Care
Bourreria Succulenta
What is the plant
Lighting
Full Sun
Difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Tolerates most soil condition. Sun Full Sun to light shade.
Sunlight
Full sun.
Soil
Grows in fertile soils.
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Temperature
Tender plant – may be damaged or killed by low temperature.
Container
Use ceramic pots that are porous which means your plants are less likely to experience root rot from overwatering.
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