Contains 2 accepted taxa overall.
Characteristics
Classification
Citation
MALPIGHIA Linnaeus, Sp. Pl. 425. 1753.
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TYPE: Malpighia glabra Linnaeus Lectotypified by Small, in Britton, N. Amer. Fl. 25: 152. 1910.
Species
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Herbarium Specimens | Status | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malpighia coccigera | MINIATURE HOLLY | Not Native | ||
| Malpighia emarginata | BARBADOS CHERRY | Not Native |
Identification Key
1. Leaf blade margin prickly
1. Leaf blade margin entire
Genus Synonyms
| Synonym | Full Citation | Basionym | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rudolphia | Rudolphia Medikus, Malvenfam. 111. 1787. | TYPE: Rudolphia edulis Medikus, nom. illegit. (Malpighia urens Linnaeus) |