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Eschweilera alvimii

Eschweilera alvimii S.A.Mori
Eschweilera alvimii
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Eschweilera alvimii is a tree species in the Lecythidaceae family, native to Bahia state in northeastern Brazil. It is part of the moist Atlantic Forest ecosystem and is at risk due to habitat loss.

Description

Eschweilera alvimii, described by S.A. Mori in 1981, is a member of the Lecythidaceae family. This tree is found exclusively in Bahia, Brazil, where it inhabits the Atlantic Forest biome. The species is under threat due to the degradation and loss of its natural habitat.

Distribution

BR · Global · Brazil Northeast

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