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mercure végétal

Calotropis gigantea

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (Brunei, Laos, Timor-Leste), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (7 countries), and South America (4 countries).

Names in Other Languages

Spanish lechoso
French mercure végétal
German Mudarpflanze

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of mercure végétal?
The scientific name of mercure végétal is Calotropis gigantea. It belongs to the genus Calotropis.
Where does mercure végétal live?
mercure végétal is found in Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (Brunei, Laos, Timor-Leste), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (7 countries), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Angola, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Fiji, Guyana, Kenya, Kiribati, Laos, Marshall Islands.
What family does mercure végétal belong to?
mercure végétal (Calotropis gigantea) belongs to the genus Calotropis, which is part of the taxonomic family Apocynaceae.
What kingdom does mercure végétal belong to?
mercure végétal (Calotropis gigantea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of mercure végétal?
The closest relatives of mercure végétal in the genus Calotropis include calotrope.

Native Range — 20 Countries

Genus Calotropis — 2 Species

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calotrope
Calotropis procera
NE
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mercure végétal
Calotropis gigantea
NE

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