''Abrus aureus'' is a plant in the legume family

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, native to Madagascar. It grows as a herb or

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Distribution and habitat

''Abrus aureus'' is endemic to Madagascar, where it is widespread. Its habitat is in forests and agricultural areas, from sea level to altitude.

Conservation

''Abrus aureus'' is threatened by wildfires. However, its widespread distribution and presence in numerous protected areas has given it an IUCN assessment of Least concern. It is locally used in traditional medicine.

References

Faboideae Endemic flora of Madagascar Plants described in 1952 {{Faboideae-stub