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Hibiscus elatus is native to the islands of Cuba, Jamaica [2] the US. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. [3] In wetter areas it will grow in a wide range of elevations, up to 1,200 metres (3,900 ft) and is often used in reforestation. It is the national tree of Jamaica.
National trees. Country Common name Scientific name Picture Source Afghanistan ... Strawberry tree: Arbutus unedo [44] Jamaica: Blue mahoe: Hibiscus elatus [45]
This category contains articles related to the native trees of Jamaica. Taxa of the lowest rank are always included. Higher taxa are included only if endemic. This category follows the World Geographical Scheme for Recording Plant Distributions.
Imported to Jamaica from West Africa before 1773, [2] [14] the use of ackee in Jamaican cuisine is prominent. Ackee is the national fruit of Jamaica, [8] whilst ackee and saltfish is the official national dish of Jamaica. [15] The ackee is allowed to open fully before picking in order to eliminate toxicity.
Roystonea regia. Prior to European settlement, the Caribbean was dominated by forested ecosystems.The insular Caribbean has been considered a biodiversity hotspot. [1] Although species diversity is lower than on mainland systems, endemism is high.
The flower of the strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo) is the national flower of Italy. The flower of the strawberry tree (Arbutus unedo) is the national flower of Italy. [50] The strawberry tree is also the national tree of Italy because of its green leaves, its white flowers and its red berries, colors that recall the Italian flag. [51]
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Jamaica is the third-largest island in the Caribbean, lying south of Cuba and west of Hispaniola. The Jamaican moist forests ecoregion covers an area of 8,192 km 2, and covers 85% of the island of Jamaica. It includes the Blue Mountains and John Crow Mountains in eastern Jamaica, and Cockpit Country further to the west. [1]