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Aerva leucura

Aerva leucura Moq.
Aerva leucura
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Aerva leucura is a species in the genus Aerva, belonging to the family Amaranthaceae. It was first described in 1849 by the botanist Moq.

Description

Aerva leucura is a member of the Amaranthaceae family, commonly known as the amaranth family. This family includes a wide range of herbaceous plants, many of which are known for their ecological and agricultural significance. The species was formally published in 1849 by the botanist Moq., contributing to the taxonomic classification of the genus Aerva. The genus Aerva is part of a group of flowering plants that are often found in tropical and subtropical regions. Aerva leucura shares characteristics typical of its family, such as small flowers and a generally herbaceous growth form. Its classification within the Amaranthaceae family reflects its morphological and genetic relationships with other species in this group.

Synonyms

Aerva ambiguaAerva burchelliiAerva leucura var. lanatoidesAerva leucura var. subscandens

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