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Cotula sericea

Cotula sericea L.f.
Cotula sericea
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Cotula sericea is a species in the genus Cotula, belonging to the family Asteraceae. It was first described by L.f. in 1782 and is native to the Cape Provinces.

Description

Cotula sericea is a member of the Asteraceae family, a large and diverse group of flowering plants. The species was scientifically documented in 1782 by the botanist L.f. and is geographically associated with the Cape Provinces. It is part of the genus Cotula, which includes various herbaceous plants commonly found in southern Africa. The species name 'sericea' refers to the silky or hairy texture of the plant's surface.

Distribution

Cape Provinces

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