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Pouteria howeana

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Planchonella myrsinifolia subsp. howeana is a subspecies of plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is a shrub or tree endemic to Lord Howe Island.

Description

It is a small tree growing to 6 m, occasionally 10 m, in height, with a watery, white latex. The alternate, oval leaves are usually 40–80 mm long and 20–40 mm wide. The inconspicuous green flowers, 8 mm long, appear from May to July. The pointed, egg-shaped fruits are 13 mm long.[2]

Distribution and habitat

The subspecies is found on Australia's subtropical Lord Howe Island. It is a common tree at low elevations.[2]

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Pouteria howeana: Brief Summary

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Planchonella myrsinifolia subsp. howeana is a subspecies of plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is a shrub or tree endemic to Lord Howe Island.

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