Lathrophytum peckoltii
Lathrophytum peckoltii Eichler
Lathrophytum peckoltii is a species in the genus Lathrophytum, belonging to the family Balanophoraceae. It was first described by Eichler in 1868.
Description
Lathrophytum peckoltii is a member of the Balanophoraceae family, a group of parasitic flowering plants. The species is native to several regions, including Brazil Northeast, Brazil Southeast, Brazil West-Central, and Costa Rica. It was formally published in 1868 by the botanist Eichler.
Distribution
BR · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast · Brazil West-Central · Costa Rica