Kingdom Plantae Genus Blepharocalyx Order Myrtales | Family Myrtaceae Rank Species | |
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Scientific name Blepharocalyx cruckshanksii Similar Blepharocalyx, Myrceugenia exsucca, Myrceugenia, Luma chequen, Luma | ||
Blepharocalyx cruckshanksii (Mapudungun: temu) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is found in Argentina and Chile. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Description
The plant grows to be 15 meters with a trunk diameter of approximately 50 centimeters. The bark is smooth and reddish brown. Leaves are oval-shaped, while the flowers are white and arranged in inflorescences. Fruits are round, dark brown with hints of reddish tone, and taste bitter.
References
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