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Firespike

Odontonema tubaeforme

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC), Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese odontonema

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Firespike?
The scientific name of Firespike is Odontonema tubaeforme. It belongs to the genus Odontonema.
Where does Firespike live?
Firespike is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC), Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Congo (DRC), El Salvador, Fiji, Guatemala, Honduras, Samoa, Seychelles.
What family does Firespike belong to?
Firespike (Odontonema tubaeforme) belongs to the genus Odontonema, which is part of the taxonomic family Acanthaceae.
What kingdom does Firespike belong to?
Firespike (Odontonema tubaeforme) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (растения).
What are the closest relatives of Firespike?
The closest relatives of Firespike in the genus Odontonema include Mottled toothedthread.

Native Range — 14 Countries

Genus Odontonema — 2 Species

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Mottled toothedthread
Odontonema cuspidatum
NE
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Firespike
Odontonema tubaeforme
NE

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