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Balsamillo

Hamelia axillaris

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About

The Balsamillo (Hamelia axillaris) is a species in the genus Hamelia. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions. Like other members of its genus, this species plays a role in its native ecosystem.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Distributed across Brazil and Colombia.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (植物)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)
Class
Magnoliopsida (木兰纲)
Order
Gentianales (龙胆目)
Family
Rubiaceae
Genus
Hamelia
Species
Hamelia axillaris (Balsamillo)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese pixé-de-coatí

Similar Species in Hamelia

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redhead
Hamelia patens
Least Concern
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植物
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木兰植物门
Phylum
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木兰纲
Class
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龙胆目
Order
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Rubiaceae
Family
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Hamelia
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Balsamillo?
The scientific name of Balsamillo is Hamelia axillaris. It belongs to the genus Hamelia.
Where does Balsamillo live?
Balsamillo is found in Distributed across Brazil and Colombia.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia.
What family does Balsamillo belong to?
Balsamillo (Hamelia axillaris) belongs to the genus Hamelia, which is part of the taxonomic family Rubiaceae.
What kingdom does Balsamillo belong to?
Balsamillo (Hamelia axillaris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Balsamillo?
The closest relatives of Balsamillo in the genus Hamelia include redhead.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Hamelia — 2 Species

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Balsamillo
Hamelia axillaris
NE
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redhead
Hamelia patens
LC
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