is a species of Noronhia native to Madagascar, now naturalized on Mauritius, Réunion and Bermuda.

It has smooth bark, stout terete branches and flattened terminal twigs.

[3][4][5] It is cultivated as an ornamental tree in subtropical and tropical regions, and has become an invasive species in some areas, notably Hawaii.

[3] It is very tough in coastal and seaside locations, and has been successfully used in urban areas where air pollution, poor drainage, compacted soil and/or drought are common.

Soil tolerance is well-drained, acidic or alkaline clay, loam or sand.