Pterogyne
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| Genus: | Pterogyne Tul.
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| Species: | P. nitens
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| Pterogyne nitens Tul.
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Pterogyne is a monotypic genus in the legume family, Fabaceae. The sole species is Pterogyne nitens. Spanish common names include guiraró, palo coca, or tipa colorado.[1] In Portuguese, it is commonly known as amendoim bravo, cocal or madeira nova. It is found in Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia and Argentina.[1] It is threatened by habitat loss and harvesting for timber.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d Template:IUCN
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