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Calandrinia crassifolia

Calandrinia crassifolia Phil.
Calandrinia crassifolia
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Calandrinia crassifolia is a species in the genus Calandrinia, belonging to the family Montiaceae. It was first described by the botanist Phil. in 1894.

Description

Calandrinia crassifolia is a member of the Montiaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the purslane family. The species was formally described and published in 1894 by the botanist Phil. This plant is part of the genus Calandrinia, which includes various species known for their small, often showy flowers and fleshy leaves. The specific epithet 'crassifolia' refers to the plant's thick or broad leaves, a distinguishing morphological feature.

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