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purple witchweed

Striga hermonthica

Not Evaluated

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Asiatic witchweed
Striga asiatica
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Cowpea witchweed
Striga gesnerioides
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of purple witchweed?
The scientific name of purple witchweed is Striga hermonthica. It belongs to the genus Striga.
Where does purple witchweed live?
purple witchweed is found in Found across Africa (14 countries) and Asia (Cambodia, Yemen).. Countries include Benin, Cambodia, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gambia, Guinea, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique.
What family does purple witchweed belong to?
purple witchweed (Striga hermonthica) belongs to the genus Striga, which is part of the taxonomic family Orobanchaceae.
What kingdom does purple witchweed belong to?
purple witchweed (Striga hermonthica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of purple witchweed?
The closest relatives of purple witchweed in the genus Striga include Asiatic witchweed, Cowpea witchweed.

Native Range — 16 Countries

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Genus Striga — 3 Species

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Asiatic witchweed
Striga asiatica
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Cowpea witchweed
Striga gesnerioides
NE
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purple witchweed
Striga hermonthica
NE
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