Garryaceae
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Garryaceae is a family of dicotyledonous plants, primarily characterized by evergreen shrubs and trees. Members of this family, such as those in the genus Garrya, are found in western North America, Central America, and the West Indies. These plants typically have opposite leaves and flowers with an inferior ovary and berry fruits.12
The family Garryaceae is part of the order Garryales, which also includes the family Eucommiaceae. Garryales are woody plants with distinct male and female individuals and are classified within the asterid clade of flowering plants. Some species within Garryaceae, like Garrya elliptica (feverbush), are cultivated for ornamental purposes and have historical medicinal uses.2
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