Gaertnera truncata

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Gaertnera truncata
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G. truncata
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Gaertnera truncata
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Gaertnera truncata is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is endemic to Mauritius. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests.

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References

  1. Tezoo, V. (TPTNC).; Strahm, W. (2000). "Gaertnera truncata". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species . 2000: e.T39439A10238493. doi: 10.2305/IUCN.UK.2000.RLTS.T39439A10238493.en . Retrieved 14 November 2021.