Genus Linaria
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Belonging to the family Plantaginaceae, the genus Linaria is a large group comprising 309 taxa. It is widespread across North America, Europe, and Temperate Asia, and is also natively found in South America, Africa, and Tropical Asia. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with subtropical and temperate environments. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials and annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 309 taxa (207 base species, 102 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Europe (163), Temperate Asia (120), Africa (72)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (203), Subtropical (100), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (2)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (123), Annuals & Biennials (86), Shrubs (1)
309 taxa found