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Forestiera acuminata
Swamp privet
Deciduous shrub
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The Forestiera acuminata plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - South Carolina to Florida, west to Texas and Kansas. It is a member of the Oleaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Swamp privet. Some home gardeners know the variety as Adelia acuminata. Borya acuminata.

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Latin Name:  Forestiera acuminata
Common Name:  Swamp privet
Family:  Oleaceae
Author:  (Michx.)Poir.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Wet river banks, by ponds and swamps[43].



Medicinal Information:  A decoction of the roots and bark has been taken as a 'health beverage'[257].

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