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pega pega

Aeschynomene americana

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (5 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Aeschynomene americana (pega pega)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pega pega

German amerikanische Schampflanze

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sola pith

Aeschynomene afraspera

Least Concern

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ambatch

Aeschynomene elaphroxylon

sensitive joint-vetch

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of pega pega?

The scientific name of pega pega is Aeschynomene americana. It belongs to the genus Aeschynomene.

What is the conservation status of pega pega?

pega pega (Aeschynomene americana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does pega pega live?

pega pega is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (5 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Cuba, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea.

What family does pega pega belong to?

pega pega (Aeschynomene americana) belongs to the genus Aeschynomene, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

Is pega pega endangered?

No, pega pega (Aeschynomene americana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does pega pega belong to?

pega pega (Aeschynomene americana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of pega pega?

The closest relatives of pega pega in the genus Aeschynomene include ambatch, Indian Jointvetch, sola pith, Pith Plant, rough joint-vetch.