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Stenandrium pinetorum

Stenandrium pinetorum (Britton & P.Wilson) Alain
Stenandrium pinetorum
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Stenandrium pinetorum is a species in the Acanthaceae family, native to Cuba and the Archipiélago de Cuba. It was first described in 1956 by Alain, based on earlier work by Britton and P.Wilson.

Description

Stenandrium pinetorum belongs to the genus Stenandrium within the Acanthaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the acanthus family. This species is endemic to Cuba and the Archipiélago de Cuba, indicating its restricted geographic range to these regions. The species was formally described in 1956 by Alain, who recognized and named it based on earlier contributions by Britton and P.Wilson. The Acanthaceae family is known for its diverse array of tropical and subtropical herbs, shrubs, and trees, many of which are characterized by distinctive bracts and inflorescences.

Distribution

Cuba · Archipiélago de Cuba

Synonyms

Gerardia pinetorum

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