Lonchocarpus purpureus Pittier

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Status: Accepted
Genus: Lonchocarpus Kunth
Tribe: Millettieae
References: [1516][1645][1651]

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Common Names:

• Cocorocho [1645]
  

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Descriptors:

• Habit:
  • Tree
• Lifespan:
  • Perennial
• Stems:
  • Not climbing
• Source(s):
  • 1988(Americas)Zarucchi JL
  • 1993 Zarucchi JL
• Conservation Status:
  • Not Threatened

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Geographical Distribution:

• Central America [1117]
  • Guatemala [1516] [1645] [1651]
  • Mexico(South East) [1117]

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Last Update: 14/06/2001 13:38:40