Moutabea is a neotropical genus of Polygalaceae with about 10 species.[1][2] It was first described in 1775 by Jean Aublet.[3]
Moutabea are erect or scandent trees, shrubs, and lianas.[4][5] Its leaves are alternate, petiolate, and usually glabrous.[5] Its zygomorphic flowers are white or yellow and contain 5 petals which are subequal and 5 sepals which are equal. Its 8 stamens are joined into 2 groups of 4.[4][5] Its ovary is usually 4-locular, though it can be 2- to 5-locular. The berry it produces is edible, globose, and indehiscent. They contain 2 to 5 seeds.[5]
As of April 2020, Plants of the World Online accepted the following species:[1]
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