Bumelia lycioides
Shittamwood
Deciduous tree
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The Bumelia lycioides plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - Virginia to Florida, west to Indiana and Texas. It is a member of the Sapotaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Shittamwood.

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Latin Name:  Bumelia lycioides
Common Name:  Shittamwood
Family:  Sapotaceae
Author:  (L.)Pers.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  8   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Low moist soils by swamps and streams, also found on rocky bluffs[82].

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