Floral lipid chemistry of Byrsonima crassifolia (Malpigheaceae) and a use of floral lipids by Centris bees (Hymenoptera: Apidae)

Byrsonima crassifolia (L.), a Neotropical malpighiaceous tree or treelet, has flowers that produce abundant lipids instead of nectar. Several species of Centris bees collect this oil. The floral oil shows variation between trees and can be separated into two types. One type is most common (11 of 14...

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