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Banisteriopsis scutellata

Banisteriopsis scutellata (Griseb.) B.Gates
Banisteriopsis scutellata
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Banisteriopsis scutellata is a species in the Malpighiaceae family, native to Brazil. It is found in the Northeast and Southeast regions of the country.

Description

Banisteriopsis scutellata (Griseb.) B.Gates is a member of the Malpighiaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the Malpighia family. This species is distributed in the Northeast and Southeast regions of Brazil. The scientific name was published in 1982. It belongs to the genus Banisteriopsis, which includes several species known for their ecological and botanical significance in tropical ecosystems.

Distribution

BR · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast

Synonyms

Banisteria scutellataBanisteria scutellata f. obtusa

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