Genus Dianthus
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Classified within the Caryophyllaceae family, the genus Dianthus is a large group comprising 615 taxa. It is widespread across Europe and Temperate Asia, and is also natively found in North America, Africa, and Tropical Asia. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with subtropical and temperate environments. It is predominantly composed of shrubs.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 615 taxa (381 base species, 234 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Europe (341), Temperate Asia (283), Africa (74)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (506), Subtropical (93), Subalpine Or Subarctic (11)
- Dominant Forms: Shrubs (512), Herbaceous Perennials (50), Annuals & Biennials (17)
617 taxa found