Genus Polycarpaea
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Originating in South America, Africa, Temperate Asia, Tropical Asia, and Australasia, the genus Polycarpaea, a member of the Caryophyllaceae family, is a group comprising 101 taxa. Members of this group are primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical and desert or dry shrubland environments. It features a mix of shrubs and annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 101 taxa (80 base species, 21 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Africa (60), Tropical Asia (26), Australasia (23)
- Primary Climates: Seasonally Dry Tropical (56), Desert Or Dry Shrubland (28), Subtropical (14)
- Dominant Forms: Shrubs (22), Annuals & Biennials (21), Herbaceous Perennials (7)
101 taxa found