ABSTRACT
The Myrsinaceae are represented in Brazil by the following genera: Ardisia, Cybianthus, Myrsine and Stylogyne. As part of the studies for the flora of the state of Rio de Janeiro, this work presents the species of Myrsinaceae which occurs in the Maciço da Tijuca and vegetation adjacent to Rio Botanical Garden. The species described and illustrated are: Ardisia compressa, A. humilis, A. solanacea, Cybianthus cuneifolius, Myrsine coriacea, M. guianensis, M. hermogenesii, M. umbellata, M. venosa, Stylogyne depauperata and S. laevigata.
Key words:
Atlantic forest; flora; taxonomy; Ardisia; Cybianthus; Myrsine; Stylogyne