Euthemis
| Euthemis | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Rosids |
| Order: | Malpighiales |
| Family: | Ochnaceae |
| Genus: | Euthemis Jack[1] |
| Species | |
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Euthemis is a genus of plant in the family Ochnaceae. The generic name is from the Greek meaning "good law", referring to the even thickness and symmetry of the leaves.[2]
Description
Euthemis species grow as shrubs. The flowers are white or pink. The fruits form as berries.[2]
Distribution and habitat
Euthemis species grow naturally in Cambodia, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. Their habitat is kerangas and peat swamp forests from sea-level to 1,250 metres (4,000 ft) altitude.[2]
Species
As of May 2014 The Plant List recognises 2 accepted species:[3]
- Euthemis leucocarpa Jack
- Euthemis minor Jack
References
- ↑ "Genus: Euthemis Jack". Germplasm Resources Information Network. United States Department of Agriculture. 22 January 2010. Retrieved 29 May 2014.
- 1 2 3 Kochummen, K. M. (1995). "Euthemis Jack" (PDF). In Soepadmo, E.; Wong, K. M. Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. (free online from the publisher, lesser resolution scan PDF versions). 1. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. pp. 260, 262–263, 265. ISBN 983-9592-34-3. Retrieved 29 May 2014.
- ↑ "Euthemis". The Plant List. Retrieved 29 May 2014.
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