Kulenalo

Kulenalo is a genus of plants in the family Malvaceae. The genus was described in 1972. Plants in this genus are native to Madagascar. There is only one known species within this genus, Kulenalo madagascariensis. This species is characterized by its specific floral morphology and leaf venation, distinguishing it from other genera in the Malvaceae family. Research into Kulenalo madagascariensis has focused on its ecological role within its native habitat and its potential for medicinal uses, though extensive studies are limited. Conservation status for this species is not widely documented, but its restricted range in Madagascar suggests it may be vulnerable to habitat changes. The scientific classification places Kulenalo within the subfamily Malvoideae, a group that includes well-known plants like cotton and hibiscus. Further botanical exploration and genetic studies are ongoing to better understand the evolutionary relationships and distribution of this genus.