Rhopalocarpus similis

Rhopalocarpus similis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malvales
Family: Sphaerosepalaceae
Genus: Rhopalocarpus
Species:
R. similis
Binomial name
Rhopalocarpus similis
Synonyms[2]
  • Rhopalocarpus madagascariense Danguy

Rhopalocarpus similis is a tree in the family Sphaerosepalaceae. It is endemic to Madagascar.

Distribution and habitat

Rhopalocarpus similis is a widespread species in Madagascar. Its habitat is both dry and wet forests and thickets from sea-level to 1,500 m (5,000 ft) altitude. Some populations are within protected areas.[1][3]

Threats

Rhopalocarpus similis is threatened by shifting patterns of agriculture, resulting in deforestation. Because the species is used as timber and firewood, subsistence harvesting is also a threat. Wildfires also pose a threat.[1]

Uses

Rhopalocarpus similis is used by the Malagasy population to treat swelling, joint pain, and wound healing.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ a b c Members of the IUCN SSC Madagascar Plant Specialist Group (2015). "Rhopalocarpus similis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2015: e.T70102278A70133723. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2015-4.RLTS.T70102278A70133723.en. Retrieved 20 November 2021.
  2. ^ a b

    "Rhopalocarpus similis". World Checklist of Selected Plant Families (WCSP). Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 17 Oct 2016.

  3. ^ "Rhopalocarpus similis". Catalogue of the Vascular Plants of Madagascar. Missouri Botanical Garden. Retrieved 17 Oct 2016 – via Tropicos.org.


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