Schizolaena parviflora

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Schizolaena parviflora is a tree in the family Sarcolaenaceae. It is endemic to Madagascar. The specific epithet parviflora means 'small flowers'.

Clade:Embryophytes
Clade:Tracheophytes
Clade:Angiosperms
Clade:Eudicots
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Schizolaena parviflora
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Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Embryophytes
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malvales
Family: Sarcolaenaceae
Genus: Schizolaena
Species:
S. parviflora
Binomial name
Schizolaena parviflora
(F.Gérard) H.Perrier[2]
Synonyms[2]
  • Rhodolaena parviflora F.Gérard
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Description

Schizolaena parviflora grows as a tree up to 20 metres (70 ft) tall. Its inflorescences are small and dense. The involucre is glabrous.[3] It is thought to attract lemurs, bats and birds who in turn disperse the tree's seeds. The fruit is considered edible.[1]

Distribution and habitat

Schizolaena parviflora is known only from the northern regions of Diana and Sofia.[2] Its habitat is subhumid forests from sea-level to 500 m (1,600 ft) altitude.[1] Some subpopulations of the species are in protected areas.[2]

Uses

The timber of Schizolaena parviflora is used in construction and as firewood. It is also used to make charcoal.[1]

Threats

Schizolaena parviflora is threatened by deforestation due to shifting patterns of agriculture. The species is also threatened by timber harvesting and wildfires.[1]

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