Cuphea lutea
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Lythraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Cuphea lutea is an annual belonging to the Lythraceae family. Originating in North America and South America, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions. The genus Cuphea is notably large, comprising more than 250 species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Guatemala, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest