Conocarpus erectus L.

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The Flora and Ethnobotany of Cat Island, Bahamas
Willard Sherman Turrell Herbarium (MU)
Species
Family
Common Name
Description
Conocarpus erectus
Combretaceae
Button Wood
Tree with make flowers.
Au: L.
Location/Habitat South of New Bight and Douds, but just north of Old Bight. Found along
the main road in a swampy scrubby scattered low dry evergreen forest /
coppice.
24° 15’ 08” N	Longitude 75°23’45”W
Latitude
Uses/Comments
Collector(s)
Collection No
NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN
02531
One of the best woods to make a fire with and cook over. Imparts a great
flavor to barbecued meats.
Laurel R. Richey
99-398 Duplicates 5 Date June 7, 1999
Plants Dried Using a Kerosene Heater
Vouchers for Laurel Richey's PhD Dissertation
02531911