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Calycera herbacea

Calycera herbacea Cav.
Calycera herbacea
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Calycera herbacea is a species in the genus Calycera, belonging to the family Calyceraceae. It was first described by Cav. in 1797 and is native to the regions of Argentina Northwest, Chile Central, and Chile North.

Description

Calycera herbacea is a member of the Calyceraceae family, a group of flowering plants primarily found in South America. The species is part of the genus Calycera, which includes several herbaceous plants. It is naturally distributed across the regions of Argentina Northwest, Chile Central, and Chile North. First published in 1797 by Cav., this species contributes to the biodiversity of the Andean and adjacent regions. The genus Calycera is characterized by its distinctive floral structures, with species often adapted to high-altitude or arid environments.

Distribution

Argentina Northwest · Chile Central · Chile North

Synonyms

Calycera nudicaulis

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