Ceratopyxis Explained

Ceratopyxis is a monotypic genus of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae.[1] The genus contains only one species, viz. Ceratopyxis verbenaceae, which is endemic to Cuba.[2] It is a resinous small tree or bush with 4.5-8 centimeter oblong leaves.[3] The fruit it produces is 4-5 millimeters in diameter, and with small hairs attached to the skin.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ceratopyxis verbenacea (Griseb.) Hook.f. . . n.d. . Catalogue of Life . Species 2000 . August 12, 2024.
  2. Web site: Ceratopyxis in the World Checklist of Rubiaceae. 6 June 2014.
  3. Web site: Plantas de Viñales: guía ilustrada - Ceratopyxis verbenacea / Plants of Viñales: a pictorial guide - Ceratopyxis verbenacea. www.cybertruffle.org.uk. 2015-11-15.

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