Ditepalanthus malagasicus

Ditepalanthus malagasicus is a plant species within the Balanophoraceae family, commonly known as the sandalwood family. It is found exclusively in Madagascar, a region known for its high levels of endemism. The species was formally described in 1939, with the scientific name authored by (Jum. & H.Perrier) Fagerl. As a member of the genus Ditepalanthus, it is likely to share characteristics typical of the family, such as parasitic or hemiparasitic growth habits and reduced leaf structures.