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Lilac chastetree

Vitex agnus-castus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC), Libya, South Africa), Asia (Armenia, Iraq), Europe (Bulgaria, Norway, Sweden), North America (Cuba, United States), and South America (4 countries).

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Names in Other Languages

French gattilier
German Mönchspfeffer
Portuguese angola

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lilac chastetree?
The scientific name of Lilac chastetree is Vitex agnus-castus. It belongs to the genus Vitex.
Where does Lilac chastetree live?
Lilac chastetree is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Congo (DRC), Libya, South Africa), Asia (Armenia, Iraq), Europe (Bulgaria, Norway, Sweden), North America (Cuba, United States), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Armenia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Cuba, Guyana, Iraq, Libya, Norway.
What family does Lilac chastetree belong to?
Lilac chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) belongs to the genus Vitex, which is part of the taxonomic family Lamiaceae.
What kingdom does Lilac chastetree belong to?
Lilac chastetree (Vitex agnus-castus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).
What are the closest relatives of Lilac chastetree?
The closest relatives of Lilac chastetree in the genus Vitex include Black Plum, Chinese chastetree, black-plum, Simpleleaf chastetree, Plum Fingerleaf.

Native Range — 14 Countries

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