Streblus

Streblus is a genus of flowering plants in the mulberry family, Moraceae. It comprises several species of trees and shrubs, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Plants in this genus are characterized by their often dioecious nature, meaning individual plants are either male or female. They typically have simple, alternate leaves, and their flowers are small and inconspicuous, often clustered in inflorescences. The fruit is usually a small drupe or achene. Some species of Streblus have been used in traditional medicine or for their timber. The genus is distributed across various continents, including Asia, Australia, Africa, and the Americas. Distinguishing between species can be challenging due to morphological similarities. Further research is ongoing to clarify the taxonomic relationships within Streblus and its placement within the Moraceae family.