Nuxia verticillata
Nuxia verticillata Lam.
Nuxia verticillata is a species in the genus Nuxia, belonging to the plant family Stilbaceae. It was first described by the botanist Lam. in 1792. This species is native to the islands of Mauritius and Réunion.
Description
Nuxia verticillata is a member of the Stilbaceae family, a group of flowering plants. The species was scientifically documented in 1792 by the author Lam. It is naturally found in two island regions: Mauritius and Réunion. These islands are located in the Indian Ocean and are known for their unique and endemic flora. The species is part of the genus Nuxia, which includes other plant species with similar characteristics. The distribution of Nuxia verticillata is limited to these two islands, indicating a restricted geographic range. Its classification within the Stilbaceae family reflects its taxonomic relationships with other plants in this group.
Distribution
Mauritius · Réunion
Synonyms
Aegiphila nuxia