Genus Dichanthelium
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Belonging to the family Poaceae, the genus Dichanthelium is a group comprising 146 taxa. It is widespread across North America, and is also natively found in South America and the Pacific. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with seasonally dry tropical, subtropical, and temperate climate conditions. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials and grasses.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 146 taxa (136 base species, 10 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: North America (116), South America (66), the Pacific (5)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (82), Seasonally Dry Tropical (28), Subtropical (28)
- Dominant Forms: Grasses & Sedges (146), Herbaceous Perennials (136), Annuals & Biennials (4)
146 taxa found