Spiny Bucida

Terminalia molinetii

Native to:
Bahamas, Belize, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Leeward Is., Mexico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Combretaceae
Genus:
Terminalia
Species:
Terminalia molinetii
USDA Symbol:
BUMO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
1500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
white

Wildlife Benefits

Butterflies & Moths:
★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies
Salt Tolerant:
Yes