Aneilema silvaticum

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Aneilema silvaticum
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A. silvaticum
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Aneilema silvaticum

Aneilema silvaticum is a species of plant in the Commelinaceae family. It is found in Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Nigeria. [2] [3] [4] Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. [1]

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References

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  4. Cabezas, F.J., de la Estrella, M., Aedo, C. & Velayos, M. (2009). Checklist of Commelinaceae of Equatorial Guinea (Annobón, Bioko and Río Mundi). Botanical Journal of the Linnean Society 159: 106-122.