Genus Arthraxon
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Belonging to the family Poaceae, the genus Arthraxon is a group comprising 25 taxa. It is found natively in Africa, Temperate Asia, Tropical Asia, and Australasia. Across its taxa, it is most often linked to seasonally dry tropical and subtropical environments. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials, grasses, and annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 25 taxa (22 base species, 3 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Tropical Asia (22), Temperate Asia (16), Africa (8)
- Primary Climates: Seasonally Dry Tropical (19), Subtropical (4), Temperate (2)
- Dominant Forms: Grasses & Sedges (25), Annuals & Biennials (21), Herbaceous Perennials (8)
25 taxa found