EUPHORBIACEAE - SUBFAMILY; PHYLLANTHOIDEAE
DUPPY BUSH; DUPPY BASIL
This Little Cayman specimen will have red inflorescence
The leaves are also very variable
This tree is the host plant for an inch worm caterpillar that will become Melanchroia chephise
Flowering time; Any time of year
Distribution; GC CB LC
Habitat; Dry thickets and woodland
Status; Locally common
Notes; Horticulture potential: This lovely 15' medium size tree is well suited for ocean side landscape. It will be tolerant of salt spray. This tree makes a perfect living entrance pillar with its linear upright growth habit
