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Damburneya patens

Capberry
Also known as: Borbonia exaltata (Sw.) J.Presl +13 more
  • Borbonia exaltata (Sw.) J.Presl
  • Laurus patens Sw.
  • Nectandra coriacea f. dubia Mez
  • Nectandra patens (Sw.) Griseb.
  • Ocotea angustitepala (K.Krause) Robyns & R.Wilczek
  • Ocotea exaltata (Sw.) Proctor
  • Ocotea jamaicensis Mez
  • Ocotea patens (Sw.) Alain
  • Ocotea patens (Sw.) Nees
  • Oreodaphne exaltata (Sw.) Nees
  • Persea exaltata (Sw.) Spreng.
  • Persea patens (Sw.) Spreng.
  • Phoebe patens (Sw.) Nees
  • Tylostemon angustitepalus Krause
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Lauraceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.

Naturally occurring in South America, Damburneya patens (commonly known as Capberry) is a tree belonging to the Lauraceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Puerto Rico, Windward Is.

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Cameroon

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