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Myrsine
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Called “Colicwood” in GBIF
Myrsine is a genus of flowering plants in the family Primulaceae. It was formerly placed in the family Myrsinaceae before this was merged into the Primulaceae. It is found nearly worldwide, primarily in tropical and subtropical areas. It contains over 280 species, including several notable radiations, such as the matipo of New Zealand and the kōlea of Hawaiʻi. In the United States, members of this genus are known as colicwood. Some species, especially M. africana, are grown as ornamental shrubs.
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A citizen scientist confirmed a verified sighting of kōlea lau nui, a native Hawaiian tree, in the United States. This kind of confirmed observation helps researchers track where native species are still thriving.
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