| Myrcia rupestris | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Myrtales |
| Family: | Myrtaceae |
| Genus: | Myrcia |
| Species: | M. rupestris |
| Binomial name | |
| Myrcia rupestris M.F.Santos | |
Myrcia rupestris is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae, endemic to south-east Brazil, and first described in 2015. [1]
The species name refers to the plant's rocky habitat. [2]
Myrcia rupestris is a shrub or small tree that grows to between 0.5 and 3 metres tall. Leaves grow up to 26mm long and 9mm wide. Fruits grow up to 5mm wide with up to 2 seeds. [2]
This plant has only been found on rock outcrops in Minas Gerais. [2]
Myrcia rupestris is considered to be endangered due to its limited distribution. [2]
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