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Vanderbilt's palo de ramon
Scientific Name: Banara vanderbiltii
Family: Flacourtiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Banara vanderbiltii
Also known as Vanderbilt's Palo de Ramon, Banara vanderbiltii is a plant in the willow family (Salicaceae). The common name, Palo de Ramon, is also used for other plants.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Banara vanderbiltii Urb.
- Family: Formerly Flacourtiaceae, now Salicaceae (Willow Family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonym: Vanderbiltii
Considerations for Pets
According to some sources, Vanderbilt's Palo De Ramon is considered unsafe for dogs.
Considerations for Children
According to some sources, Vanderbilt's Palo De Ramon is considered unsafe for children.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Puerto Rico.
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as a tree or shrub, sometimes referred to as a very rare shrub or small tree.
- A perennial plant.
Quirky Facts
- The plant was discovered in 1899 and named in honor of Cornelius Vanderbilt (1843-1899), a capitalist who financed field work.
Additional Information
For more information, you can explore resources like Discover Life, Garden Guides, and species.wikimedia.org.