About Byrsonima lucida (Mill.) DC.
Byrsonima lucida (Mill.) DC. is a plant species that belongs to the Malpighiaceae family. This species is endemic to Caribbean islands and the U.S. state of Florida. It grows as a shrub or small tree and produces pink flowers. Its natural habitat consists of hammocks located in dry limestone rocklands, as well as sandy pine-palm woods. Common names for Byrsonima lucida include clam cherry, gooseberry, locust berry, and Long Key locustberry.