Harungana montana


Harungana montana is a species of tree in the family Hypericaceae.

Description

The species is a tree that grows to tall, with tomentose young branches and leaves.

Taxonomy

Harungana montana was first described by botanist Marie-Louise Spirlet in 1959. It is one of three species in the genus Harungana, with the others being Harungana madagascariensis and Harungana rubescens. Sometimes the genus is considered monotypic, with only H. madagascariensis being accepted.

Distribution, habitat, and ecology

Harungana montana is a pioneer species, and can be found in rainforests at altitudes of in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Burundi. It is endemic to the Albertine Rift montane forests.