Genus Calandrinia
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Found natively in North America and South America, the genus Calandrinia, a member of the Montiaceae family, is a group comprising 29 taxa. Members of this group are commonly associated with temperate, desert or dry shrubland, and subalpine or subarctic regions. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials, annuals, and succulents.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 29 taxa (27 base species, 2 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: South America (27), North America (7)
- Primary Climates: Subalpine Or Subarctic (9), Temperate (7), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (5)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (14), Annuals & Biennials (7), Succulents (5), Shrubs (4)
29 taxa found