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Gynotroches axillaris
Scientific Name: Gynotroches axillaris
Family: Rhizophoraceae
Category: Dicot
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Gynotroches axillaris
Gynotroches axillaris is a species of tree and the sole member of the genus Gynotroches.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Gynotroches axillaris Blume
- Family: Rhizophoraceae
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Dryptopetalum coriaceum Arn.
- Gynotroches axillaris var. obtusa Blume
- Authority: Blume
- Etymology: The species name "axillaris" is Latin for "axillary."
Common Names
- Mata keli
- Janggut keli
- Fish eyes
Distribution and Habitat
Gynotroches axillaris is found in:
- Java
- Myanmar (Burma) (Mon, Taninthayi)
- Thailand
- New Britain
- Solomon Islands
- Peninsular Malaysia (throughout)
- Sumatra
- Sulawesi
- Philippines (Panay: Antique province)
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
Gynotroches axillaris is a tree.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Gynotroches axillaris is a member of mangroves (Family Rhizophoraceae).
Quirky Facts
- Leaves of Gynotroches axillaris were collected in February 2011, and a voucher specimen was deposited at Kulliyah of Pharmacy, IIUM.
Further Information
- Tropicos
- IPCN
- WBNdb
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Discover Life