Marcgravia coriacea
Marcgravia coriacea Vahl
Marcgravia coriacea, described by Vahl in 1798, is a species in the Marcgraviaceae family. It is native to several regions in northern and northeastern South America, including Brazil (Northeast, North, Southeast), French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela, and Leticia. This species is part of the genus Marcgravia, which is known for its climbing or epiphytic habits.
Description
Marcgravia coriacea is a member of the Marcgraviaceae family, a group of flowering plants primarily found in tropical regions. The species was first published in 1798 by the botanist Vahl. It occurs in a range that spans from Brazil's Northeast, North, and Southeast regions to French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela, and Leticia. The genus Marcgravia is typically characterized by its vine-like growth form, often found in forested or humid environments.
Distribution
BR · Parque Nacional Natural Yaigojé Apaporis · Brazil Northeast · Brazil North · Brazil Southeast · French Guiana · Guyana · Suriname · Venezuela · Leticia
Synonyms
Marcgravia cyrtonotaMarcgravia cuspidataMarcgravia acuminataMarcgravia subcordataMarcgravia roraimensisMarcgravia roraimaeMarcgravia cuyuniensisMarcgravia stenonectariaMarcgravia picta