Schinus spinosa

Schinus spinosa is a member of the Anacardiaceae family, commonly known as the cashew or sumac family. This species is part of the Schinus genus, which includes several economically and ecologically significant plants. Schinus spinosa is native to southern Brazil, a region characterized by diverse ecosystems and a range of plant species. The species was first published in 1876 by the botanist Engl. Its occurrence in the southern portion of Brazil indicates a specific adaptation to the environmental conditions of that area.