Native species
18Species naturally occurring in Cuba — best adapted to local climate and soil.
Edible for food + foraging
46Plants with edible parts documented in Cuba. Always identify positively before harvest.
Medicinal traditional + clinical
17Species with documented medicinal applications. See individual plant profiles for evidence + safety.
Introduced naturalized + cultivated
29Non-native species established in Cuba. Some are valuable; some are invasive. Check each plant's notes.
Frequently asked
How many plants are documented in Cuba?
47 speciess — 18 native and 29 introduced. Of these, 46 are edible and 17 have medicinal uses.
What edible plants grow wild in Cuba?
Common edible species include Amaranthus dubius, Amaranthus polystachyus, Beach Hibiscus, Buriti Palm, Citrus aurantiifolia. See the Edible section above for the full list.
What medicinal plants grow in Cuba?
17 medicinal plants catalogued for Cuba, including Citrus aurantiifolia, Citrus limon, Citrus reticulata, Citrus sinensis, Grapefruit.
How is "native" vs "introduced" determined?
Status comes from TDWG botanical regions via Trefle. Native = naturally occurring there; introduced = brought in by humans, sometimes invasive. Both can be useful, but native species are typically the best fit for local conditions.
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