Genus Sorghastrum
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Classified within the Poaceae family, the genus Sorghastrum is a group comprising 23 taxa. It originates in North America, South America, and Africa. Across its taxa, it is commonly associated with seasonally dry tropical regions. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials, grasses, and annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 23 taxa (21 base species, 2 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: South America (16), North America (10), Africa (8)
- Primary Climates: Seasonally Dry Tropical (16), Temperate (3), Wet Tropical (2)
- Dominant Forms: Grasses & Sedges (23), Herbaceous Perennials (18), Annuals & Biennials (5)
23 taxa found