About Qualea multiflora Mart.
Qualea multiflora Mart. is a tree species that belongs to the Vochysiaceae family. Mature individuals of this species can reach a maximum height of 6 meters. This species produces hairy leaves that bear extrafloral nectaries, which may help reduce levels of herbivory. Qualea multiflora is pollinated by bees from genera including Xylocopa and Centris. It is native to the Neotropics, where it occurs naturally in Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Peru. This species grows naturally in acid soils.
