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Balanophora lowii

Balanophora lowii Hook.f.
Balanophora lowii
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Balanophora lowii is a species in the genus Balanophora, belonging to the family Balanophoraceae. It was first described by Hook.f. in 1859 and is native to Borneo.

Description

Balanophora lowii is a member of the Balanophoraceae family, a group of parasitic flowering plants. The species was scientifically documented in 1859 by Hook.f. and is found in the region of Borneo. As part of the genus Balanophora, it shares characteristics typical of this group, including a parasitic lifestyle and reduced morphological features.

Distribution

Borneo

Synonyms

Balaniella lowii

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