Couratari asterotricha

Couratari asterotricha
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Embryophytes
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Lecythidaceae
Genus: Couratari
Species:
C. asterotricha
Binomial name
Couratari asterotricha

Couratari asterotricha, also known as imbirema, is a species of plant in the family Lecythidaceae. It is a critically endangered species endemic to Brazil.

Distribution and habitat

C. asterotricha is known only from the type locality in Espírito Santo, Brazil.[1][2]

Description

C. asterotricha is a large tree growing to 31 m (102 ft) tall. The leathery leaves are oblong in shape, measuring 9–11.5 cm (3.5–4.5 in) long and 3–4.5 cm (1.2–1.8 in) wide with a pointed tip and wavy or slightly crenate edges. The inflorescence is a hairy raceme.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b Pires O'Brien, J. (1998). "Couratari asterotricha". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 1998 e.T33290A9768586. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.1998.RLTS.T33290A9768586.en. Retrieved 15 November 2021.
  2. ^ a b Prance, G.T. (1981). "Three new species of Couratari (Lecythidaceae)". Brittonia. 33 (1): 17-19. doi:10.2307/2806571. JSTOR 2806571.


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