Dinizia jueirana-facao explained

Dinizia jueirana-facao is a tree in the family Fabaceae which grows in a restricted area of rainforest in Espírito Santo state in Brazil. It was first described by G. P. Lewis & G. S. Siqueira in 2004.[1] Its specific name derives from its local name, "jueirana-facão".[2] There are currently fewer than 25 specimens in existence, making the species critically endangered.[3]

Physical Features

The tree can grow up to 130 feet and weigh over 60 tons.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Dinizia jueirana-facao International Plant Names Index. www.ipni.org. en. 2020-05-11.
  2. Web site: Tropicos Name - Dinizia jueirana-facao G.P. Lewis & G.S. Siqueira. legacy.tropicos.org. 2020-05-11.
  3. Lewis. G. P.. Siqueira. G. S.. Banks. H.. Bruneau. A.. 2017-10-06. The majestic canopy-emergent genus Dinizia (Leguminosae: Caesalpinioideae), including a new species endemic to the Brazilian state of Espírito Santo. Kew Bulletin. en. 72. 3. 48. 10.1007/s12225-017-9720-7. 1874-933X. 6961463. 32009686.
  4. Web site: Top 10 new species 2018 EarthSky.org. 2021-02-04. earthsky.org. 29 May 2018 . en-US.

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