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Burweed
Xanthium strumarium
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Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.
Widely distributed across Africa (8 countries), Asia (15 countries), Europe (23 countries), North America (Canada, Dominican Republic, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).
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Full Taxonomy
Names in Other Languages
Spanish
arrancamoños
French
lampourde glouteron
German
Gemeine Spitzklette
Portuguese
carrapicho
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Burweed?
The scientific name of Burweed is Xanthium strumarium. It belongs to the genus Xanthium.
Where does Burweed live?
Burweed is found in Widely distributed across Africa (8 countries), Asia (15 countries), Europe (23 countries), North America (Canada, Dominican Republic, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Cyprus, Czech Republic.
What family does Burweed belong to?
Burweed (Xanthium strumarium) belongs to the genus Xanthium, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.
What kingdom does Burweed belong to?
Burweed (Xanthium strumarium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (tumbuhan).
What are the closest relatives of Burweed?
The closest relatives of Burweed in the genus Xanthium include Argentine Cocklebur, Californian Burr, Spiny Cocklebur.
Genus Xanthium — 4 Species
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Argentine Cocklebur
Xanthium ambrosioides
Californian Burr
Xanthium orientale
Spiny Cocklebur
Xanthium spinosum
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Burweed
Xanthium strumarium
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