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Piranhea trifoliata

Piranhea trifoliata Baill.
Piranhea trifoliata
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Piranhea trifoliata, a tree species in the Picrodendraceae family, is native to Bolivia, Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela. It was first described in 1866 by Baill. and is also known as the three-leaf piranhea. The species is part of the genus Piranhea and is found in the Global and Vichada regions of Brazil.

Description

Piranhea trifoliata is a tree belonging to the Picrodendraceae family. It is distributed across several South American countries, including Bolivia, Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela. The species was published in 1866 by Baill. and is recognized by its three-leaf structure. Its flowers are known to attract bees, contributing to local pollination dynamics. The species is part of the genus Piranhea, which is native to the Neotropical region.

Distribution

BR · Vichada · Global

Synonyms

Piranhea trifoliata var. trifoliata

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