1. A tropical South American tree (Nectandra rodiaei) of the laurel family, valued for its hard, fragrant wood.
Usage: Also called greenheart or bebeeru.; Primarily used in forestry and timber contexts.

Examples

• The bebeerus tree is native to the rainforests of Guyana and Suriname.
• Bebeerus wood is highly resistant to decay and insect damage.
• Shipbuilders have long prized bebeerus for its durability and strength.
• The aromatic bebeerus timber was historically used in fine furniture making.