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Forestiera acuminata Swamp privet Deciduous shrub (1 Page of 5) 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. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses 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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