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strongbark
Scientific Name: Bourreria
Family: Boraginaceae
Category: Dicot
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Breria Species: Strongbark and Strongback
The genus Breria, belonging to the borage family (Boraginaceae), encompasses several tropical American shrubs or small trees. These plants are commonly referred to as strongbark or strongback.
Considerations for Pets
- Some Breria species have orange berries.
Considerations for Children
- Some Breria species have orange berries.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Breria spp.
- Family: Boraginaceae (borage family)
- Common Names: Strongbark, Strongback
- Breria cassinifolia (A.Rich.) Griseb.
- Synonyms for Breria cassinifolia:
- Ehretia cassinifolia A. Rich.
- Morelosia cassinifolia (A. Rich.) Kuntze
- Breria radula (Poir.) G. Don (rough strongbark)
- Breria succulenta
Distribution and Habitat
- Species of Breria are found in the West Indies, southern Florida, and tropical America.
- Breria ovata is specifically mentioned as being native to southern Florida.
- Ecologically, it is described as a relatively common mid-canopy or ecotonal species.
- A common plant of the dry forests of the West Indies.
Morphological Characteristics
- Breria ovata is a small tree with strong, hard brown wood streaked with orange.
- Bahama strongbark (Breria succulenta) has small, fragrant white flowers and orange berries.
- Leaves are alternate, simple, obovate, and smooth, up to 10 cm in length. The apices are rounded or may be.
Ecological Role
- Bahama strongbark is attractive to butterflies and birds.
- Is used in ecological restoration notes.
Quirky Facts
- The strongback tree has been rumored for centuries to give men strong backs.