Sea torchwood
Amyris elemifera
Family: Rutaceae
What it is like
A shrub or tree. It grows 4-12 m tall. The bark is grey and smooth but becomes rough. The leaves hang down and have a smell. The leaves are compound and almost opposite. There are 3-5 sword shaped leaflets. The flowers are small and white. The fruit is fleshy and round. It is black and has one seed.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Bahamas, Belize, Caribbean, Central America, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, North America, South America, USA, West Indies
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Candlewood, Cuabilla, Sea amyris, Smooth torchwood