Persea borbonia (Redbay) - Image 5

Botanical names: Persea borbonia, Laurus borbonia, Persea littoralis

Common names: Redbay, Florida Mahogany, Sweet Bay, Silk Bay, Laurel Tree

Family: Lauraceae

Origin: Florida

Small tree 10-20 ftFull sunModerate waterPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFlood tolerant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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Persea borbonia (Redbay) with dark green leaves and small round green fruit on branch.
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