| Rhopalocarpus similis | |
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| Conservation status | |
 Least Concern (IUCN 3.1) | |
Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malvales |
| Family: | Sphaerosepalaceae |
| Genus: | Rhopalocarpus |
| Species: | R. similis |
| Binomial name | |
| Rhopalocarpus similis Hemsl. | |
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Rhopalocarpus similis is a tree in the family Sphaerosepalaceae. It is endemic to Madagascar.
Distribution and habitat
Rhopalocarpus similis is a widespread species in Madagascar. Its habitat is both dry and wet forests and thickets from sea-level to 1,500 m (5,000 ft) altitude. Some populations are within protected areas.
Threats
Rhopalocarpus similis is threatened by shifting patterns of agriculture, resulting in deforestation. Because the species is used as timber and firewood, subsistence harvesting is also a threat. Wildfires also pose a threat.
Uses
Rhopalocarpus similis is used by the Malagasy population to treat swelling, joint pain, and wound healing.
References
- ^ Members of the IUCN SSC Madagascar Plant Specialist Group (2015). "Rhopalocarpus similis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2015: e.T70102278A70133723. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2015-4.RLTS.T70102278A70133723.en. Retrieved 20 November 2021.
- ^ "Rhopalocarpus similis". World Checklist of Selected Plant Families (WCSP). Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 17 Oct 2016.
- "Rhopalocarpus similis". Catalogue of the Vascular Plants of Madagascar. Missouri Botanical Garden. Retrieved 17 Oct 2016 – via Tropicos.org.
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