Genus Gilia
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A member of the Polemoniaceae family, the genus Gilia is a group comprising 80 taxa. It is native to North America and South America. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with subtropical and temperate regions. It is predominantly composed of annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 80 taxa (39 base species, 41 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: North America (77), South America (5)
- Primary Climates: Subtropical (51), Temperate (23), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (6)
- Dominant Forms: Annuals & Biennials (73), Herbaceous Perennials (3)
80 taxa found