Description
Licania rankinae (also called Rankin's Licania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small white flowers and is native to Central America. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Licania rankinae has small yellow flowers with five petals and numerous yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Where to Find Licania rankinae
Licania rankinae can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.