Ludwigia tomentosa
Ludwigia tomentosa (Cambess.) H.Hara
Ludwigia tomentosa (Cambess.) H.Hara is a species in the genus Ludwigia, belonging to the family Onagraceae. It is native to several regions in Brazil, including the Northeast, North, Southeast, and West-Central areas, as well as Bolivia. The species was formally described in 1953.
Description
Ludwigia tomentosa is a member of the Onagraceae family, commonly known as the evening primrose family. It is found in the countries of Brazil and Bolivia, specifically in the Northeast, North, Southeast, and West-Central regions of Brazil. The species was first published in 1953 and is part of the Ludwigia genus, which includes a variety of aquatic and semi-aquatic plants. The name tomentosa refers to the tomentose (woolly or hairy) texture of the plant's surface. This species is part of a broader group of Ludwigia plants that are often associated with wetland habitats.
Distribution
BR · Bolivia · Brazil Northeast · Brazil North · Brazil Southeast · Brazil West-Central
Synonyms
Jussiaea tomentosa