Genus Dactylis
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Widespread across Europe and natively found in Africa, Temperate Asia, and Tropical Asia, the genus Dactylis, a member of the Poaceae family, is a group comprising 21 taxa. Members of this group are commonly associated with temperate regions. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials and grasses.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 21 taxa (2 base species, 19 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Europe (17), Africa (9), Temperate Asia (9)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (21), Subtropical (1)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (21), Grasses & Sedges (21)
22 taxa found