Genus Polypogon
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A member of the Poaceae family, the genus Polypogon is a group comprising 26 taxa. It originates in North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Temperate Asia, Tropical Asia, Australasia, and Antarctic. Across its taxa, it is primarily associated with subtropical and temperate regions. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials, grasses, and annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 26 taxa (24 base species, 2 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: South America (12), Temperate Asia (10), Africa (9)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (14), Subtropical (8), Seasonally Dry Tropical (2)
- Dominant Forms: Grasses & Sedges (26), Annuals & Biennials (16), Herbaceous Perennials (15)
26 taxa found