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Dichorisandra pubescens

Dichorisandra pubescens Mart.
Dichorisandra pubescens
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Dichorisandra pubescens is a species in the Commelinaceae family, native to several regions in South America. It was first described in 1830 by Mart.

Description

Dichorisandra pubescens is a member of the Commelinaceae family, commonly known as the spiderwort family. This species is distributed across Bolivia, the Northeast, North, Southeast, South, and West-Central regions of Brazil, as well as in Ecuador and Peru. It was first scientifically described in 1830 by Mart. The genus Dichorisandra includes several species known for their climbing or trailing growth habits and colorful bracts. Dichorisandra pubescens is part of this diverse group and is found in various habitats across its native range.

Distribution

Bolivia · Brazil Northeast · Brazil North · Brazil Southeast · Brazil South · Brazil West-Central · Ecuador · Peru

Synonyms

Dichorisandra foliosaDichorisandra luschnathianaStickmannia foliosaStickmannia pubescensDichorisandra pubescens var. luschnathiana

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