Tovomita mangle

Tovomita mangle G.Mariz

Tovomita mangle is a species in the genus Tovomita, belonging to the Clusiaceae family. It was first described by G. Mariz in 1975. The species is distributed in Brazil, specifically in the Northeast and North regions, as well as globally in other areas.

Description

Tovomita mangle is a plant species native to parts of Brazil, particularly the Northeast and North regions. It is part of the Clusiaceae family, a group of flowering plants known for their often showy flowers and production of latex. The species was formally published in 1975 by the botanist G. Mariz. Its global distribution indicates that it may occur in other regions beyond Brazil, though specific details on its full geographic range are not provided. The genus Tovomita includes several species found in tropical and subtropical areas of the Americas, and T. mangle is one of the recognized members of this group.