Reference(s): Capuron, R. (1969)
Status: this genus has been assessed for the following:
- Species in Fl. Madag: not published
- Accepted published species: 3 endemic
- Estimated total species: 3 endemic
- Indigenous species endemism: 100%
Additional taxonomic work: not currently required
Species level data entry: complete
Note: The synonym Pseudoprotorhus was originally described in the Anacardiaceae. The 3 spp currently accepted, show puzzling similarities and patterns of variation. For example variation in the apparently phyllodic F. longifolium seems to correspond rather closely to that in the foliaceous F. decipiens from similar localities. A detailed field study may help to bring a more resolution to the taxonomy than is at present possible.
Contributed/compiled by: P.B. Phillipson
Updated on: 28 Jul. 2008
