Genus Hackelia
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Classified within the Boraginaceae family, the genus Hackelia is a group comprising 70 taxa. It is widespread across North America, and is also natively found in South America, Europe, Temperate Asia, Tropical Asia, and Australasia. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with temperate regions. It is predominantly composed of herbaceous perennials.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 70 taxa (54 base species, 16 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: North America (53), Temperate Asia (9), Tropical Asia (8)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (43), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (7), Subalpine Or Subarctic (6)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (41), Annuals & Biennials (10), Shrubs (4)
70 taxa found