Myricaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Fagales, class Magnoliopsida. The family contains 18 accepted species worldwide.
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Myrica gale L.
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Morella faya (Aiton) Wilbur
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Morella pensylvanica (Mirb.) Kartesz
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Morella inodora (W.Bartram) Small
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Comptonia peregrina (L.) J.M.Coult.
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Morella rubra Lour.
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Morella cerifera (L.) Small
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Myricaceae plants belong to the Fagales order in the Plantae kingdom. They measure 2–6 centimetres (3⁄4–2+1⁄4 inches) long, have an oblanceolate shape with a tapered base and a broader tip, and feature a crinkled or finely toothed margin. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Myricaceae is classified in the order Fagales, class Magnoliopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. Its leaves are shaped ovate to elliptic, growing up to 12 centimeters (5 inches) long, and lack the distinct odor that is characteristic of other species in this genus.
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