Lecythidaceae belongs to the order Ericales. It is also known as Brazil nut family.
The Lecythidaceae is a family of tropical trees and shrubs found mainly in South America, with some species in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific. These plants are known for their large, often woody fruits and showy flowers adapted for pollination by bats or large bees. Many species are ecologically dominant in Amazonian forests and play important roles in tropical ecosystems.
A commercial example is the Brazil nut tree (Bertholletia excelsa). Native to the Amazon Basin, it produces large, woody capsules containing edible seeds—Brazil nuts—that are harvested from wild trees. These nuts are rich in selenium and healthy fats, making them a valuable export crop.
Total genera found for Lecythidaceae: 2
- 1) Bertholletia
- 2) Lecythis
Total plants found for Lecythidaceae: 2
- 1) Brazil nut
- 2) Paradise nut