Sandoriaceae

The Sandoriaceae is a family of flowering plants that belongs to the order Malpighiales. This family is characterized by its diverse range of species, which include both trees and shrubs. The Sandoriaceae is native to various regions around the world, including tropical and subtropical areas. The family is named after the genus Sandoricum, which is known for its aromatic wood and essential oils.

The plants in the Sandoriaceae family typically have simple, alternate leaves and showy, often fragrant flowers. The flowers are usually actinomorphic, meaning they have radial symmetry, and they are often zygomorphic, with a bilaterally symmetrical corolla. The family is known for its economic importance, as several species are used in traditional medicine and for their essential oils, which are used in perfumery and aromatherapy.

The taxonomy of the Sandoriaceae has been a subject of debate among botanists. Some classifications place the family within the order Malpighiales, while others suggest it may belong to the order Sapindales. Despite these uncertainties, the Sandoriaceae remains an important family in botanical studies due to its ecological and economic significance.