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bay cedar
Scientific Name: Suriana maritima
Family: Surianaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: FL (bay cedar)
Bay Cedar (Suriana maritima)
Bay Cedar, scientifically known as Suriana maritima, is a flowering plant also referred to as Bay-cedar or bastard cedar.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Suriana maritima L.
- Family: Surianaceae (Bay-Cedar Family)
- Genus: Suriana (monotypic, containing only Suriana maritima)
- Synonym: SUMA2 (USDA Symbol)
Distribution and Habitat
Bay Cedar has a pantropical distribution and is endemic to south Florida, the Caribbean, Central America, and the Bahamas. It is often found growing in thickets and thrives in coastal habitats.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
It is described as an accent or specimen shrub suitable for coastal landscapes.
Ecological Role
The plant's seed can float, allowing it to disperse across water, contributing to its widespread distribution.
Common Uses
Bay cedar is found as a common tree in the El Pilar Archaeological Reserve.
Other Names
- pixoy
- guacimo
- caulote
- tapaculo
- bastard cedar
Availability
Bay Cedar is available in native plant nurseries and can be found in Key West at The Key West Tropical Forest.