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Sauvagesia capillaris

Sauvagesia capillaris (A.St.-Hil.) Sastre
Sauvagesia capillaris
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Sauvagesia capillaris is a species in the Ochnaceae family, native to Brazil. It is found in the Southeast and South regions of the country. The species was published in 1971 and is part of the genus Sauvagesia.

Description

Sauvagesia capillaris (A.St.-Hil.) Sastre is a member of the Ochnaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the ochna family. It is native to Brazil, specifically the Southeast and South regions. The species was formally described in 1971. It belongs to the genus Sauvagesia, which includes several species primarily distributed in South America. The name Sauvagesia capillaris is derived from the Latin 'capillaris,' meaning 'hair-like,' likely referring to a morphological feature of the plant. This species contributes to the biodiversity of the Ochnaceae family in the Neotropical region.

Distribution

BR · Brazil Southeast · Brazil South

Synonyms

Lauradia capillarisLavradia capillarisLauradia capillarisLauradia capillaris var. glandulosaLauradia capillaris var. glanduloso-pubescens

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