Altingiaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Saxifragales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
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Liquidambar styraciflua L.
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Liquidambar formosana Hance
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Liquidambar orientalis Mill.
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Altingiaceae plants belong to the Saxifragales order in the Plantae kingdom. Liquidambar styraciflua is a popular ornamental and forestry tree, cultivated for its distinct foliage and intense autumn leaf color. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Altingiaceae is classified in the order Saxifragales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. It is a distinct product from the benzoin resin obtained from tropical trees of the genus Styrax.
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