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Costus erythrothyrsus

Costus erythrothyrsus Loes.
Costus erythrothyrsus
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Costus erythrothyrsus is a species in the genus Costus, belonging to the family Costaceae. It was first described in 1929 by Loes. This plant is native to several countries in northern South America, including Brazil (specifically the Vaupés region), Bolivia, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, and Suriname.

Description

Costus erythrothyrsus is a member of the Costaceae family and is part of the Costus genus, which is known for its herbaceous plants with spiral leaves and showy inflorescences. The species is distributed across northern South America, where it occurs in Brazil (particularly in the Vaupés region), Bolivia, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, and Suriname. The species was first scientifically described in 1929 by Loes, contributing to the understanding of biodiversity in the Neotropical region.

Distribution

BR · Vaupés · Bolivia · Brazil North · Colombia · French Guiana · Guyana · Peru · Suriname

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