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Jacquemontia glaucescens

Jacquemontia glaucescens Choisy
Jacquemontia glaucescens
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Jacquemontia glaucescens is a species in the genus Jacquemontia, belonging to the family Convolvulaceae. It was first described by Choisy in 1837.

Description

This species is native to Brazil, where it is found in the Northeast, Southeast, and South regions. As a member of the Convolvulaceae family, it is related to other plants commonly known as morning glories and bindweeds. The species name glaucescens may refer to a bluish or grayish coloration in the plant's foliage or other morphological features.

Distribution

BR · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast · Brazil South

Synonyms

Convolvulus pruinosusJacquemontia glaucescens var. glabrescensJacquemontia glaucescens var. petiolaris

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