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Hampshire Purslane

Ludwigia palustris

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zambia), Asia (Georgia, Taiwan), Europe (Belgium, Portugal, Sweden), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Colombia).

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Names in Other Languages

French isnardie
German Heusenkraut

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hampshire Purslane?
The scientific name of Hampshire Purslane is Ludwigia palustris. It belongs to the genus Ludwigia.
Where does Hampshire Purslane live?
Hampshire Purslane is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zambia), Asia (Georgia, Taiwan), Europe (Belgium, Portugal, Sweden), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Colombia, Georgia, New Zealand, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, Taiwan.
What family does Hampshire Purslane belong to?
Hampshire Purslane (Ludwigia palustris) belongs to the genus Ludwigia, which is part of the taxonomic family Onagraceae.
What kingdom does Hampshire Purslane belong to?
Hampshire Purslane (Ludwigia palustris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of Hampshire Purslane?
The closest relatives of Hampshire Purslane in the genus Ludwigia include Longleaf primrose-willow, Linear Leaf Water Primrose, water-primrose, Peruvian primrose-willow, Water primrose.

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