Lamarck's trema
Trema lamarckiana (Schult.) Blume
Trema lamarckiana, a small evergreen shrub in the Cannabaceae family, is native to Florida and the West Indies. It is commonly known as Lamarck's trema and can grow up to 6 m tall. The species was first described in 1856 and is also referred to by other names such as pain-in-the-back and cabrilla. It is a perennial plant that grows continuously throughout the year.
Description
Trema lamarckiana is a member of the Cannabaceae family and is part of the Trema genus. This species is native to the regions of Florida and the West Indies. It is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 6 meters. Known by several common names including pain-in-the-back and cabrilla, it is also referred to as Lamarck's trema. The plant is perennial and maintains continuous growth throughout the year. It was first published in 1856 under the scientific name Trema lamarckiana (Schult.) Blume.
Other common names
Lamarck's trema
Synonyms
Sponia lamarckianaCeltis lamarckianaCeltis parvifolia