Bucida spinosa (Spiny/Dwarf Black Olive, Ming tree)

Bucida spinosa, commonly known as Spiny Black Olive or Dwarf Black Olive, is a tropical evergreen tree native to the Caribbean and South Florida. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, inconspicuous flowers that develop into small fruits. The tree is prized for its attractive, dense foliage and spiky branches that add a unique texture to the landscape. It is commonly grown as an ornamental tree in tropical and subtropical regions.