Sterculia

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Sterculia

Description Sterculia is a genus of tropical and subtropical trees and shrubs that belong to the family Malvaceae. They are known for their unique appearance and medicinal properties. The name Sterculia is derived from the Latin word ‘stercus’ meaning manure, as the flowers of some species are foul-smelling. There are over 150 species of Sterculia, distributed in the tropical and…