Rutaceae
A family of plants that includes citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes, as well as many other species.
What is it?
Rutaceae is a plant family with about 1600 species. Many of them have fragrant flowers and fruits. The most famous members are citrus trees, which grow in warm climates. Other members include plants like Conchocarpus macrophyllus, which grows in the Brazilian rainforest. Some Rutaceae plants are used in traditional medicine, but some can be toxic.
Why it matters
Rutaceae plants are important for food, medicine, and ecosystems. Citrus fruits are a major source of vitamin C. Many species also provide habitat and food for animals.
Where you've seen it
This list grows as you capture more Rutaceae plants.
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芸香科
包括柑橘类水果如橙子、柠檬和酸橙，以及许多其他物种的植物科。
这是什么？
芸香科是一个约有1600种植物的科。其中许多有芳香的花和果实。最著名的成员是柑橘树，生长在温暖的气候中。其他成员包括像大叶贝壳木这样的植物，生长在巴西雨林中。一些芸香科植物用于传统医学，但有些可能有毒。
为什么重要
芸香科植物对食物、医学和生态系统很重要。柑橘类水果是维生素C的主要来源。许多物种也为动物提供栖息地和食物。
你在哪里见过它
当你捕捉更多芸香科植物时，这个列表会增长。
