Lecythidaceae

Lecythidaceae (Lecythidaceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 10 genuss with 17 known species. Key genus groups include Barringtonia, Bertholletia, Cariniana, Corythophora, Couratari, and Couroupita. Among its members, 2 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Ericales (Ericales).