Paalaimia

Paalaimia is a genus of plants in the family Sapindaceae. The genus was first described in 1982. Plants in this genus are found in the Americas, primarily in South America. They are typically shrubs or small trees.

Species within Paalaimia are characterized by their trifoliate leaves, meaning each leaf is divided into three leaflets. The flowers are small and inconspicuous, often appearing in axillary clusters. The fruits are generally small, fleshy drupes. Little is widely published about the specific ecological roles or traditional uses of Paalaimia species, though they are part of the diverse flora in their native regions.

The taxonomy of Paalaimia has been subject to study, with its placement within Sapindaceae confirmed through morphological and genetic analyses. Further research continues to explore the diversity and relationships within this genus and its relatives in the soapberry family.