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Tapirira chimalapana

T. Wendt & J. D. Mitchell

Mexican tapirira

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Tapirira chimalapana is a species of plant in the family Anacardiaceae. It is endemic to the Uxpanapa-Chimalapa area of eastern Mexico, in the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.

Description

A small tree. The leaves have opposite leaflets along the stalk and one at the end.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is eaten.

Distribution

It is a tropical plant. It grows in the rainforest

Where It Grows

Mexico, North America,

Notes

There are possible 15 Tapirira species. It is an at risk species.

Also Known As

Caobilla, Caobillo

References (2)

  • Grandtner, M. M., 2008, World Dictionary of Trees. Wood and Forest Science Department. Laval University, Quebec, Qc Canada. (Internet database http://www.wdt.qc.ca)
  • Wendt, T., & Mitchell, J. D. (1995). A new species of Tapirira (Anacardiaceae) from the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, Mexico. Brittonia, 47(2), 101-108.

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