Lecythis
Lecythis ollaria L.
Lecythis ollaria is a tree species in the Lecythidaceae family, native to Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela. It is locally known as 'coco de mono' and is noted for its ability to accumulate selenium in its tissues. The species was first described in 1759.
Description
Lecythis ollaria, a member of the Lecythidaceae family, is a tree species distributed across the forests of Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela. It is commonly referred to as 'coco de mono' in local contexts. This species is notable for its capacity to accumulate selenium in its tissues, a characteristic that may have ecological or biochemical significance. The tree was first scientifically described by Linnaeus in 1759.
Other common names
LecythisMonkeypodOllaria monkeypottree
Distribution
Valle del Magdalena · LY · Global · Venezuela
Synonyms
Lecythis cordataEschweilera cordataLecythis ollariaLecythis nobilis