Asclepias brevipes
Also known as: Gomphocarpus brevipes Schltr.
- Gomphocarpus brevipes Schltr.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Apocynaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Asclepias brevipes is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Apocynaceae family. Originating in Africa, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. The genus Asclepias is notably large, comprising more than 200 species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Free State, Northern Provinces