Brya (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of prickly shrubs and small trees of the Caribbean region; source of a durable hardwood.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Brya is a type of plant native to the Caribbean region known for its durable hardwood.
- Brya wood is highly valued for its resistance to decay and insect damage.
- Brya trees can be found in the mountainous regions of Jamaica and Hispaniola.
- Due to over-harvesting, many species of Brya are now considered endangered.
- Brya is also known as Jamaica cane wood or coco wood.