Genus Hydrocotyle
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A member of the Araliaceae family, the genus Hydrocotyle is a large group comprising 197 taxa. It is widespread across South America and Australasia, and is also natively found in North America, Europe, Africa, Temperate Asia, Tropical Asia, the Pacific, and Antarctic. Across its taxa, it is most often linked to subtropical and temperate environments. It is predominantly composed of herbaceous perennials.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 197 taxa (183 base species, 14 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: South America (88), Australasia (69), Temperate Asia (30)
- Primary Climates: Subtropical (81), Temperate (49), Montane Tropical (24)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (71), Shrubs (10), Annuals & Biennials (1)
197 taxa found