Elephant Tree (Bursera Microphylla) is a perennial tree in the Burseraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Bursera microphylla is a small tree or shrub known for its thickened trunk and aromatic qualities, native to desert regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.