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Introduced

The several ornamental species introduced into the archipelago adapted to the environment throughout the centuries and occur mainly in Madeira and Porto Santo, but are not confined to these islands. These species are most...

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Highlights

  • Avocado Tree

    Common name: Avocado Tree.

    Scientific name: Persea americana Mill.

    Family: Lauraceae

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  • Bird of Paradise

    Common name: Crane Flower or Bird of Paradise or Geel Piesang.

    Scientific name: Strelitzia reginae Ait.

    Family: Strelitziaceae

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  • Pine Tree

    Common name: Pine Tree.

    Scientific name: Pinus pinaster Aiton

    Family: Pinaceae

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