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Santa maria feverfew

Parthenium hysterophorus

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 (17 countries), Asia (14 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Vanuatu), and South America (4 countries).

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Names in Other Languages

Spanish cicutilla
French fausse camomille
German Karottenkraut
Portuguese coentro-do-mato

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Santa maria feverfew?
The scientific name of Santa maria feverfew is Parthenium hysterophorus. It belongs to the genus Parthenium.
Where does Santa maria feverfew live?
Santa maria feverfew is found in Widely distributed across Africa (17 countries), Asia (14 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Vanuatu), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Australia, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bhutan, Botswana, Brazil, China, Colombia, Comoros, Cuba.
What family does Santa maria feverfew belong to?
Santa maria feverfew (Parthenium hysterophorus) belongs to the genus Parthenium, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.
What kingdom does Santa maria feverfew belong to?
Santa maria feverfew (Parthenium hysterophorus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Santa maria feverfew?
The closest relatives of Santa maria feverfew in the genus Parthenium include guayule.

Native Range — 50 Countries

Genus Parthenium — 2 Species

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Santa maria feverfew
Parthenium hysterophorus
NE
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guayule
Parthenium argentatum
NE

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