ANACUA TREE

ANACUA TREE 

·      Scientific name-Ehretia anacua

·      Common name- Anacua , sandpaper tree, anaqua , knockaway, bird berry.

·      Family- Boraginaceae

·      Local uses- Ornamental landscaping, edible fruits, Fence posts/small wood uses, Native-plant gardens.

·      Fun Fact-Sandpaper leaves, Snowy look, Semi-evergreen, Multiple trunks.

·      Ecological role- Pollinator support, Wildlife food, Habitat, Soil and drought resilience.

Cultural significance-Regional identity, Native landscaping movement , Biodiversity support