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Synsepalum muelleri

Synsepalum muelleri (Kupicha) T.D.Penn.
Synsepalum muelleri
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Synsepalum muelleri is a species in the genus Synsepalum, belonging to the family Sapotaceae. It was published in 1991 by T.D. Penn., with the original description by Kupicha. The species is distributed in Malawi and Mozambique.

Description

Synsepalum muelleri is a member of the genus Synsepalum, which is part of the Sapotaceae family, commonly known as the sapote family. This species was first described by Kupicha and later reclassified by T.D. Penn. in 1991. It is native to the regions of Malawi and Mozambique, where it is part of the local flora. The genus Synsepalum includes various species, many of which are found in tropical regions of Africa. As a member of the Sapotaceae family, S. muelleri shares characteristics such as leathery leaves and often fleshy fruits typical of this family.

Distribution

Global · Malawi · Mozambique

Synonyms

Vincentella muelleri

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