Stryphnodendron excelsum

Stryphnodendron excelsum

Overview

Stryphnodendron excelsum is a large canopy tree native to tropical South America, particularly the Amazon basin and Atlantic Forest regions of Brazil. It b

Stryphnodendron excelsum is a large canopy tree native to tropical South America, particularly the Amazon basin and Atlantic Forest regions of Brazil. It belongs to the legume family and produces characteristic bipinnate leaves and cylindrical flower spikes typical of the genus. The bark is notably astringent and rich in tannins, with the genus name reflecting its styptic properties.

Taxonomy

Takım Fabales
Familya Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Stryphnodendron excelsum

Sıkça Sorulan Sorular

What family does Stryphnodendron excelsum belong to?
Stryphnodendron excelsum (Stryphnodendron excelsum) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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