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Micropholis compta

Micropholis compta Pierre
Micropholis compta
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Micropholis compta is a plant species in the family Sapotaceae, native to the Atlantic Forest ecoregion in southeastern Brazil. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

Description

Micropholis compta, described by Pierre in 1904, is a member of the genus Micropholis within the family Sapotaceae. It is found in the Atlantic Forest, a biodiversity hotspot in Brazil, specifically in the northeast and southeast regions. The species is classified as Vulnerable due to habitat loss and other threats to its survival.

Distribution

Global · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast

Synonyms

Pouteria compta

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