Genus Epilobium
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Belonging to the family Onagraceae, the genus Epilobium is a large group comprising 310 taxa. It is widespread across North America, Europe, Temperate Asia, and Australasia, and is also natively found in South America, Africa, Tropical Asia, and Antarctic. Across its taxa, it is most often linked to temperate environments. It features a mix of shrubs and herbaceous perennials.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 310 taxa (267 base species, 43 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Europe (98), Temperate Asia (96), Australasia (64)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (275), Subalpine Or Subarctic (26), Subtropical (8)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (222), Shrubs (73), Annuals & Biennials (9)
315 taxa found