Genus Argythamnia
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A member of the Euphorbiaceae family, the genus Argythamnia is a group comprising 68 taxa. It is native to North America and South America. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with wet tropical, seasonally dry tropical, and subtropical environments. It is predominantly composed of shrubs.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 68 taxa (66 base species, 2 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: South America (43), North America (31)
- Primary Climates: Wet Tropical (24), Seasonally Dry Tropical (19), Subtropical (13)
- Dominant Forms: Shrubs (49), Herbaceous Perennials (10), Trees (1), Annuals & Biennials (1)
68 taxa found