Euthemis
Genus of flowering plants
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Euthemis is a genus of plant in the family Ochnaceae. The generic name is from the Greek meaning "good law", referring to the even thickness and symmetry of the leaves.[2]
| Euthemis | |
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| Euthemis leucocarpa | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malpighiales |
| Family: | Ochnaceae |
| Subfamily: | Ochnoideae |
| Tribe: | Sauvagesieae |
| Genus: | Euthemis Jack[1] |
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Description
Euthemis species grow as shrubs. The flowers are white or pink. The fruits form as berries.[2]
Distribution and habitat
Species
As of May 2014[update] The Plant List recognises 2 accepted species:[3]
- Euthemis leucocarpa Jack
- Euthemis minor Jack
