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Bahama strongbark

Bourreria succulenta

Last reviewed: November 2026

Bahama strongbark (Bourreria succulenta) is a perennial tree native to FL. It blooms in March, April, May, and June. The flowers draw bees and butterflies. It reads as an intentional, HOA-friendly planting in the right spot.

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Bahama strongbark (Bourreria succulenta)
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Toxicity unknown

Bahama strongbark (Bourreria succulenta) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

96"–240" H × 96"–180" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun

Native to

FL

Pollinators

bees, butterflies

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A small evergreen tree with glossy, leathery leaves and clusters of small, fragrant white flowers, followed by orange-red fruit. Grows in tropical hammock understory with a neat, rounded canopy.

Growing Bahama strongbark

Grow Bahama strongbark in full sun and low water. Mature plants reach 96 to 240 inches tall and spread 96 to 180 inches wide. Expect low maintenance to keep it looking intentional in a front yard.

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In an HOA neighborhood

Bahama strongbark is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

Fragrant flowers attract bees and butterflies, and the fruit is eaten by birds.

Common questions

How much sun does Bahama strongbark need?
Bahama strongbark grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Bahama strongbark bloom?
Bahama strongbark blooms in March, April, May, and June.
Where is Bahama strongbark native?
Bahama strongbark (Bourreria succulenta) is native to FL, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Bahama strongbark attract?
Bahama strongbark draws bees and butterflies.
Is Bahama strongbark HOA-friendly?
Bahama strongbark is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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