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Dichorisandra incurva

Dichorisandra incurva Mart.
Dichorisandra incurva
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Dichorisandra incurva is a species in the genus Dichorisandra, belonging to the botanical family Commelinaceae. It was first described by Mart. in 1830. This plant is native to several regions of Brazil, including the Northeast, North, Southeast, and South.

Description

Dichorisandra incurva is a member of the Commelinaceae family, commonly known as the spiderwort family. The species was scientifically described by Mart. in 1830. It is naturally distributed across multiple regions in Brazil, specifically the Northeast, North, Southeast, and South. As part of the genus Dichorisandra, it shares characteristics typical of the group, such as climbing or trailing growth habits and flowers often adapted for pollination by hummingbirds. The species is recognized for its ecological presence in its native range and is part of the diverse flora of Brazil.

Distribution

Brazil Northeast · Brazil North · Brazil Southeast · Brazil South

Synonyms

Stickmannia incurvaDichorisandra incurva var. major

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