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Reseda pruinosa

Reseda pruinosa Delile
Reseda pruinosa
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Reseda pruinosa is a species in the genus Reseda, belonging to the family Resedaceae. It was first described by Delile in 1813 and is native to regions including Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Sinai, and Sudan.

Description

Reseda pruinosa is a member of the Resedaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the mignonette family. This species is found in several parts of Africa and Asia, including Egypt, Ethiopia, India, the Sinai region, and Sudan. The plant was scientifically described by Delile in 1813. As part of the genus Reseda, it shares characteristics typical of the group, such as elongated leaves and small, often fragrant flowers. Its distribution across multiple countries suggests a preference for arid to semi-arid environments, typical of the habitats where the genus is commonly found.

Distribution

Egypt · Ethiopia · India · Sinai · Sudan

Synonyms

Reseda caudataReseda pruinosa var. nutans

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