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Dumb-Nettle

Galinsoga parviflora

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 (26 countries), Asia (22 countries), Europe (37 countries), North America (Canada, Dominican Republic, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French galinsoga glabre
German Kleinblütiges Knopfkraut
Portuguese erva-da-moda

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dumb-Nettle?
The scientific name of Dumb-Nettle is Galinsoga parviflora. It belongs to the genus Galinsoga.
Where does Dumb-Nettle live?
Dumb-Nettle is found in Widely distributed across Africa (26 countries), Asia (22 countries), Europe (37 countries), North America (Canada, Dominican Republic, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Albania, Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Belgium, Bhutan, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What family does Dumb-Nettle belong to?
Dumb-Nettle (Galinsoga parviflora) belongs to the genus Galinsoga, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.
What kingdom does Dumb-Nettle belong to?
Dumb-Nettle (Galinsoga parviflora) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Dumb-Nettle?
The closest relatives of Dumb-Nettle in the genus Galinsoga include Galinsoga.

Native Range — 96 Countries

Genus Galinsoga — 2 Species

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Dumb-Nettle
Galinsoga parviflora
NE
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Galinsoga
Galinsoga quadriradiata
NE

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