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Rotala macrandra

Rotala macrandra Koehne
Rotala macrandra
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Rotala macrandra is a species in the genus Rotala, belonging to the family Lythraceae. It was first described by Koehne in 1880. This species is native to the Oriental region, particularly the Indomalaya area, and is found in regions such as Assam and India. Its distribution has since expanded to a global scale.

Description

Rotala macrandra is a member of the Lythraceae family, which is commonly known as the loosestrife family. The species was formally published in 1880 by Koehne. It is indigenous to the Indomalaya biogeographic region, with confirmed occurrences in Assam and India. Over time, the species has spread beyond its native range and is now found in various parts of the world. As a member of the genus Rotala, it is likely to share characteristics with other aquatic or semi-aquatic plants in the same genus.

Distribution

Oriental (Indomalaya) · Global · Assam · India

Synonyms

Rotala rotundifolia var. macrandra

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