Contains 2 accepted taxa overall.
Characteristics
Classification
Citation
GUAPIRA Aublet, Hist. Pl. Guiane 308, t. 119. 1775.
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TYPE: Guapira guianensis Aublet
Species
Scientific Name | Common Name | Herbarium Specimens | Status | Photos |
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Guapira discolor | BEEFTREE; BLOLLY | Native FAC (DEP) | ||
Guapira obtusata | BROADLEAF BLOLLY | Native |
Identification Key
1. Petiole ca. 0.5-1 mm wide, 4-20 mm long; leaf blades 1-3 cm wide, 1-6 times as long as the petiole, cuneate to attenuate at the base
1. Petiole ca. 1.5-2 mm wide, 1-9 mm long; leaf blades mostly 2-4 cm wide, 6-15 times as long as the petiole, truncate to cuneate at the base
Genus Synonyms
Synonym | Full Citation | Basionym | Type |
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Torrubia | Torrubia Vellozo, Fl. Flum. 139. 1829 ("1825"). | TYPE: Torrubia opposita Vellozo |