Genus Cyphostemma
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Classified within the Vitaceae family, the genus Cyphostemma is a large group comprising 279 taxa. It originates in Africa, Temperate Asia, and Tropical Asia. Across its taxa, it is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical and desert or dry shrubland regions. It features a mix of shrubs and herbaceous perennials.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 279 taxa (245 base species, 34 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Africa (275), Tropical Asia (6), Temperate Asia (5)
- Primary Climates: Seasonally Dry Tropical (180), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (56), Wet Tropical (24)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (111), Shrubs (76), Succulents (41), Trees (2)
279 taxa found