Myrsine (Myrsinoideae- Primulaceae) in Southeastern and Southern Brazil

This work consists of the taxonomic treatment of Myrsine, Primulaceae, from the southeastern and southern regions of Brazil. All species described as Rapanea. are treated here as Myrsine. since the former has been placed in the synonymy with the latter. The genus is represented by dioecious shrubs and trees, with umbelliform inflorescences and globose, drupaceous fruits. Analysis of materials from herbaria and expeditions to collect specimens were performed. Analytical key, descriptions, notes on geographic distribution and illustrations are presented to identify the twenty three species of Myrsine found in the studied area.