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Lindera
spicebush, spicewood, Benjamin bush
Lindera is a genus of 80–100 species of flowering shrubs and small trees in the laurel family (Lauraceae). Most species occur in eastern Asia, with three species native to eastern North America. The genus is characterized by strongly aromatic leaves and dioecious flowers—male and female flowers occur on separate plants. Many species produce small red, purple, or black drupes dispersed by birds.