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fausse camomille

Parthenium hysterophorus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (17 countries), Asia (14 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Vanuatu), and South America (4 countries).

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Names in Other Languages

Spanish cicutilla
French fausse camomille
German Karottenkraut
Portuguese coentro-do-mato

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of fausse camomille?
The scientific name of fausse camomille is Parthenium hysterophorus. It belongs to the genus Parthenium.
Where does fausse camomille live?
fausse camomille is found in Widely distributed across Africa (17 countries), Asia (14 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Vanuatu), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, China, Colombia, Comoros, Cuba.
What family does fausse camomille belong to?
fausse camomille (Parthenium hysterophorus) belongs to the genus Parthenium, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.
What kingdom does fausse camomille belong to?
fausse camomille (Parthenium hysterophorus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of fausse camomille?
The closest relatives of fausse camomille in the genus Parthenium include guayule.

Native Range — 50 Countries

Genus Parthenium — 2 Species

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fausse camomille
Parthenium hysterophorus
NE
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guayule
Parthenium argentatum
NE

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