What is another word for Order Guttiferales?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːdə ɡˈʌtɪfəɹˌe͡ɪlz] (IPA) 
Order Guttiferales refers to a group of angiospermic plants, which is also known as Clusiaceae. The plants in this order are commonly referred to as the mangosteen family, which includes a variety of tropical trees and shrubs, characterized by simple, opposite, and leathery leaves. The synonym for this order is Hypericales, which means the St John's Wort family. The name comes from a timber, Hypericum, valued in ancient times for its medicinal properties. The family is recognized by the presence of oil glands on the petals and sepals, that produce a red or black resinous substance. Members of this family are also known for their diverse medicinal properties.
