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Rauvolfia moricandii

Rauvolfia moricandii A.DC.
Rauvolfia moricandii
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Rauvolfia moricandii is a species in the genus Rauvolfia, belonging to the family Apocynaceae. It was first described by A.DC. in 1844 and is native to the northeastern region of Brazil.

Description

Rauvolfia moricandii is a plant species within the Apocynaceae family, commonly known as the dogbane family. It was formally published in 1844 by A.DC. The species is found in the northeastern part of Brazil, where it is part of the regional flora. The genus Rauvolfia includes a variety of flowering plants, many of which are known for their medicinal properties. This species is one of the several Rauvolfia species documented in the region.

Distribution

BR · Brazil Northeast

Synonyms

Rauvolfia pernambucensis

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