Myrcia subterminalis is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae, endemic to the east of Brazil, and first described in 2015.
Etymology The species name refers to the plant's subterminal clusters of flowers.
Description Myrcia subterminalis is a tree that grows to between tall. Leaves grow up to long and wide. Fruits are red with translucent spots, and up to 7 mm wide, with up to 2 seeds.
Distribution This plant is found in mountain atlantic forests and semideciduous forests in Alagoas, Bahia, Espírito Santo, and Minas Gerais.
Conservation status Myrcia subterminalis is considered to be vulnerable due to its distribution and threatened habitat.
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