Erythroxylaceae belongs to the order Malpighiales. It is also known as Coca family.
The Erythroxylaceae, or coca family, is a small group of flowering shrubs and small trees found mainly in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and parts of Asia. The family includes about 270 species across four genera, with most species belonging to the genus Erythroxylum. These plants typically have simple, alternate leaves, small flowers, and produce fleshy drupes as fruit.
The most well-known species is coca (Erythroxylum coca), native to the Andes, which has been cultivated for centuries for its stimulant alkaloids—most notably cocaine. In traditional Andean cultures, coca leaves are chewed or brewed into tea for their mild stimulant effects and cultural significance. While the plant is controversial due to its association with narcotics, it also has legitimate traditional, medicinal, and industrial uses.
Total genera found for Erythroxylaceae: 1
- 1) Erythroxylum
Total plants found for Erythroxylaceae: 1
- 1) Coca