| Rhopalocarpus similis | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malvales |
| Family: | Sphaerosepalaceae |
| Genus: | Rhopalocarpus |
| Species: | R. similis |
| Binomial name | |
| Rhopalocarpus similis | |
| Synonyms [2] | |
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Rhopalocarpus similis is a tree in the family Sphaerosepalaceae. It is endemic to Madagascar.
Rhopalocarpus similis is a widespread species in Madagascar. Its habitat is both dry and wet forests and thickets from sea-level to 1,500 m (5,000 ft) altitude. Some populations are within protected areas. [1] [3]
Rhopalocarpus similis is threatened by shifting patterns of agriculture, resulting in deforestation. Because the species is used as timber and firewood, subsistence harvesting is also a threat. Wildfires also pose a threat. [1]
Rhopalocarpus similis is used by the Malagasy population to treat swelling, joint pain, and wound healing.[ citation needed ]
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