Pfaffia jubata

Pfaffia jubata is a member of the Amaranthaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as amaranths. The species was scientifically described in 1817 by Mart. Its geographic distribution spans multiple regions in Brazil and extends into Bolivia. The genus Pfaffia includes various species found primarily in the Neotropical region, and P. jubata is one of the recognized members within this group. The species is known for its presence in a range of Brazilian ecosystems, from the northern to the southern parts of the country, as well as in the central-western and eastern regions.