Avocado, Bay (Persea)
Avocado, Bay Genus Details
One of the species within this genus, the American avocado, is native to South America and now is grown throughout frost free areas of the U.S. It has alternate leaves, 4-6" long, and can grow to 60 feet. The flowers are green. The fruit, also green, is pear-shaped with 1 large seed. The American avocado is grown for its fruit, which is shipped around the country. Another species, the red bay avocado is a native southeastern tree. It can grow to 60' tall with evergreen leaves and yellow flowers in spring. Fruit is nearly round, shiny dark blue-black with 6-lobed cups at the base and bitter tasting. The wood from the red bay makes fine cabinet work and lumber.
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Avocado, Bay Allergy Info
With insect disseminated pollen, the tree is rarely implicated as a cause of allergic reactions.
Avocado, Bay Pollen Description
No pollen description is currently available.
Species in This Genus
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Allergy Test Available
Avocado, Bay (Persea) is a genus of the LAURACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
