Persea borbonia (L.) Spreng., Redbay
Redbay, Persea borbonia, leaves are
much lighter on the underside than on top
and the venation is raised enough to cast
a shadow. Brevard Co., Florida
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Leaves of Persea borbonia are deep
green, glossy on top, and leathery.
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Redbay leaves have yellow ribs, or
veins, which are easily visible from both
sides.
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Redbay axillary buds where the leaf
stem meets the twig.
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Persea borbonia has smooth
grayish brown bark when young.
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Persea borbonia branches
ascending up to form the canopy.
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Persea borbonia, Redbay leaves.
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Persea borbonia develops
small,olive like, green fruits.
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Fruiting Redbay in late spring.
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