Genus Anthoxanthum
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Belonging to the family Poaceae, the genus Anthoxanthum is a group comprising 61 taxa. It is widespread across Europe, and is also natively found in North America, South America, Africa, Temperate Asia, Tropical Asia, Australasia, and Antarctic. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with subtropical and temperate environments. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials and grasses.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 61 taxa (53 base species, 8 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Temperate Asia (22), Africa (15), Europe (14)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (38), Subtropical (13), Subalpine Or Subarctic (6)
- Dominant Forms: Grasses & Sedges (61), Herbaceous Perennials (58), Annuals & Biennials (3)
61 taxa found