Byrsonima correifolia

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is positioned in the order Malpighiales and the family Malpighiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Byrsonima.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is widely distributed across several key regions within the country of Brazil. Specifically, its presence is well-documented throughout the Northeast region of the country. It also maintains a significant geographical reach within the Southeast territory. Furthermore, the species can be found growing in the North of Brazil as well. These diverse locations highlight the broad ecological range of Byrsonima correifolia across the nation.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Byrsonima correifolia is characterized by its adaptability to diverse and often challenging biomes within the Brazilian landscape. It is widely distributed across several distinct ecosystems, primarily inhabiting the Caatinga (stricto sensu), where it must endure semi-arid conditions, as well as the nutrient-poor and rocky substrates typical of Campo Rupestre. Furthermore, its ecological range extends into the Cerrado (lato sensu), allowing it to thrive in seasonal woody savannas, and the Floresta Estacional Decidual, where it integrates into seasonal deciduous forest structures. This broad environmental tolerance enables the species to occupy varying niches, ranging from open, sun-drenched rocky outcrops to more seasonal forest environments.

Habitat :

Caatinga (stricto sensu), Campo Rupestre, Cerrado (lato sensu), Floresta Estacional Decidual

Morphology

The morphology of Byrsonima correifolia is characterized by its woody structure and growth form, primarily manifesting as a shrub or a small tree. This plant is a terrestrial species, functioning as an independent organism without parasitic tendencies. It is a self-supporting species rather than a climber or an epiphyte, maintaining a stable upright posture. In terms of physical dimensions, the plant reaches a maximum height of approximately 3 meters.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

3 m

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Activities

Byrsonima correifolia has 3 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antimutagenic, Antioxidant.

Antimicrobial

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Antimutagenic

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine

Antioxidant

1. BMC complementary and alternative medicine