Any idea what this is? Seek says it's in the genus Erythroxylum, but it can't get any more specific than that.
Any idea what this is? Seek says it's in the genus Erythroxylum, but it can't get any more specific than that.
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Automatic identification via PlantNet summary
Most likely match: Reynosia septentrionalis Urb.
Common name Scientific name Likeliness Red ironwood Reynosia septentrionalis 8.95 % Japanese holly Ilex crenata 6.98 % Clam-cherry Byrsonima lucida 6.42 % Coca-bush Erythroxylum coca 6.38 % Littleleaf boxwood Buxus microphylla 5.79 % Beep, boop
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It's definitely not a Reynosia, they have opposite leaf arrangements while your plant has an alternate leaf arrangement. Good luck!
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Good to know. Are there any other leaf characteristics to look for when identifying plants? I was just thinking of shape and color, but there must be a lot more.
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If you are a beginner make sure to learn the difference between a compound and simple leaf.
Leaf underside can be very helpful for some taxa. Lots of people forget to photograph those.
Also looking at different types of leaf hairs/trichomes. Sometimes this requires a hand lens.
Pattern of venation is also a good one.
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Cool, thanks for the tips!
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