Chrysophyllum marginatum
Chrysophyllum marginatum is a tree in the family Sapotaceae, native to South America.
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Ericales |
| Family: | Sapotaceae |
| Genus: | Chrysophyllum |
| Species: | C. marginatum |
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Description
Chrysophyllum marginatum grows up to 10 metres (33 ft) tall, with a trunk diameter up to 40 cm (16 in). It is a suitable species for reforestation.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Chrysophyllum marginatum is native to Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.[1] Its habitat is in woodlands near rivers or in mountainous areas.[3]
References
- IUCN SSC Global Tree Specialist Group & Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) (2019). "Chrysophyllum marginatum". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2019: e.T154664017A154752341. Retrieved 27 June 2022.
- "Chrysophyllum marginatum". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 27 June 2022.
- Ken Fern. "Chrysophyllum marginatum". Useful Tropical Plants Database. Retrieved 27 June 2022.
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