Celastraceae

Celastraceae (Celastraceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 15 genuss with 35 known species. Key genus groups include Brexia, Canotia, Cassine, Celastrus, Crossopetalum, and Denhamia. Among its members, 3 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Celastrales (Celastrales).