Euthemis

Euthemis
Euthemis leucocarpa
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Embryophytes
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Ochnaceae
Subfamily: Ochnoideae
Tribe: Sauvagesieae
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 Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra, Borneo. Their habitat is kerangas and peat swamp forests from sea-level to 1,250 metres (4,000 ft) elevation.[2]

Species

As of May 2014 The Plant List recognises 2 accepted species:[3]

References

  1. ^ "Genus: Euthemis Jack". Germplasm Resources Information Network. United States Department of Agriculture. 22 January 2010. Archived from the original on 31 May 2014. Retrieved 29 May 2014.
  2. ^ a b c Kochummen, K. M. (1995). "Euthemis Jack". In Soepadmo, E.; Wong, K. M. (eds.). Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak. (free online from the publisher, lesser resolution scan PDF versions). Vol. 1. Forest Research Institute Malaysia. pp. 260, 262–263, 265. ISBN 983-9592-34-3. Archived from the original (PDF) on 27 September 2013. Retrieved 29 May 2014.
  3. ^ "Euthemis". The Plant List. Retrieved 29 May 2014.

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