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Faux Cotonnier

Gomphocarpus fruticosus

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (6 countries), Europe (12 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Gentianales (Gentianales)

Species

Gomphocarpus fruticosus (Faux Cotonnier)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish algodoncillo

French Faux Cotonnier

German Strauch-Seidenpflanze

Portuguese falso-algodoeiro

Similar Species in Gomphocarpus

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Balloon cotton bush

Gomphocarpus physocarpus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Faux Cotonnier?

The scientific name of Faux Cotonnier is Gomphocarpus fruticosus. It belongs to the genus Gomphocarpus.

Where does Faux Cotonnier live?

Faux Cotonnier is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (6 countries), Europe (12 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Albania, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, France, Georgia, Greece.

What family does Faux Cotonnier belong to?

Faux Cotonnier (Gomphocarpus fruticosus) belongs to the genus Gomphocarpus, which is part of the taxonomic family Apocynaceae.

What kingdom does Faux Cotonnier belong to?

Faux Cotonnier (Gomphocarpus fruticosus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Faux Cotonnier?

The closest relatives of Faux Cotonnier in the genus Gomphocarpus include Balloon cotton bush.