Genus Descurainia
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Belonging to the family Brassicaceae, the genus Descurainia is a group comprising 59 taxa. It is widespread across Europe, and is also natively found in North America, South America, Africa, Temperate Asia, and Tropical Asia. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with subtropical and temperate environments. It is predominantly composed of annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 59 taxa (47 base species, 12 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: North America (27), South America (20), Africa (10)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (30), Subtropical (18), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (5)
- Dominant Forms: Annuals & Biennials (38), Shrubs (8), Herbaceous Perennials (7), Trees (1)
59 taxa found