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Santolina corsica

Santolina corsica Jord. & Fourr.
Santolina corsica
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Santolina corsica is a species in the genus Santolina, belonging to the family Asteraceae. It was first described in 1869 by the authors Jord. & Fourr. The species is native to the regions of Corse and Sardegna.

Description

Santolina corsica is a member of the Asteraceae family, a large and diverse group of flowering plants commonly known as the daisy or sunflower family. This species is specifically found in the geographic regions of Corse and Sardegna. It was formally published in 1869 by the botanists Jord. & Fourr., who provided its scientific description and classification within the genus Santolina. The genus Santolina includes several species of aromatic, evergreen shrubs, many of which are native to the Mediterranean region. Santolina corsica contributes to the biodiversity of the area and is part of the rich flora of the western Mediterranean islands.

Distribution

Corse · Sardegna

Synonyms

Santolina corsica subsp. corsica

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