Rauvolfia grandiflora
Rauvolfia grandiflora Mart. ex A.DC.
Rauvolfia grandiflora is a species in the Apocynaceae family, native to Brazil. It was first described in 1844 by A.DC., based on the work of Mart. This plant is found in the Northeast and Southeast regions of Brazil and is also recorded in global botanical databases.
Description
Rauvolfia grandiflora belongs to the genus Rauvolfia within the Apocynaceae family, commonly known as the dogbane family. It is a plant species native to Brazil, specifically documented in the Northeast and Southeast regions. The species was formally published in 1844 by A.DC., following the original work by Mart. Its presence is recorded in broader global botanical contexts as well. The species is part of a genus that includes plants known for their medicinal properties, though specific uses of R. grandiflora are not detailed here.
Distribution
BR · Global · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast
Synonyms
Rauvolfia affinisRauvolfia affinis var. subulata
