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Khakiweed

Alternanthera pungens

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (15 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Alternanthera pungens (Khakiweed)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish hierba del pollo

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Alligatorweed

Alternanthera philoxeroides

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Brazilian joyweed

Alternanthera brasiliana

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calico-plant

Alternanthera bettzickiana

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Sessile joyweed

Alternanthera sessilis

Least Concern

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Smooth joyweed

Alternanthera paronychioides

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Alternanthera caracasana

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Khakiweed?

The scientific name of Khakiweed is Alternanthera pungens. It belongs to the genus Alternanthera.

Where does Khakiweed live?

Khakiweed is found in Widely distributed across Africa (15 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (6 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Papua New Guinea), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Angola, Australia, Belgium, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, Burundi, Chad, China, Colombia.

What family does Khakiweed belong to?

Khakiweed (Alternanthera pungens) belongs to the genus Alternanthera, which is part of the taxonomic family Amaranthaceae.

What kingdom does Khakiweed belong to?

Khakiweed (Alternanthera pungens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Khakiweed?

The closest relatives of Khakiweed in the genus Alternanthera include Alligatorweed, Brazilian joyweed, calico-plant, Sessile joyweed, Smooth joyweed.