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Myrtaceae

Myrtaceae is a large family of flowering plants that includes many aromatic trees and shrubs, such as eucalyptus, guava, and clove. These plants usually have aromatic leaves with oil glands and produce clusters of small flowers, often with colorful petals. They are mainly found in tropical and subtropical regions, playing important roles in ecosystems and sometimes in agriculture for their fruits, oils, or timber. The family is diverse, adapting to various environments, and is significant both ecologically and economically worldwide.