Anacolosa


Anacolosa is a plant genus of 15 to 22 species in the family Olacaceae. The generic name is from the Greek anakolos, meaning "knotted", referring to the calyx cup rim.

Description

Anacolosa species grow as shrubs or trees. The flowers are bisexual. The fruits are drupes with a thin, fleshy pericarp.

Distribution and habitat

Anacolosa species are distributed throughout the tropics, including Malesia.

Species

The Plant List recognises 15 accepted species: