Byrsonima (Malpighiaceae) from Espirito Santo state, Brazil

We present a floristic survey for Byrsonima (Malpighiaceae) from Esp1rito Santo state, Brazil. Of the 17 species occurring in Esp1rito Santo, one is recorded for the first time for the state (B. intermedia). In addition, three species were considered vulnerable or near threatened (B. alvimii, B. bahiana and B. cacaophila). Identification key for all species was presented, along with morphological descriptions, photograph plates, distribution maps, and ecological notes of the studied species.

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A floristic survey of the Byrsonima genus in Espírito Santo state, Brazil, revealed one new species and highlighted three species as vulnerable or near threatened. The study included an identification key, morphological descriptions, photographs, distribution maps, and ecological notes for all species studied.