Genus Leucas
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A member of the Lamiaceae family, the genus Leucas is a large group comprising 171 taxa. It is widespread across Tropical Asia, and is also natively found in Africa, Temperate Asia, and Australasia. Across its taxa, it is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical and desert or dry shrubland environments. It features a mix of shrubs and annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 171 taxa (115 base species, 56 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Africa (101), Tropical Asia (73), Temperate Asia (22)
- Primary Climates: Seasonally Dry Tropical (119), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (28), Subtropical (13)
- Dominant Forms: Shrubs (97), Annuals & Biennials (55), Herbaceous Perennials (24)
171 taxa found