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prairie sandmat

Scientific Name: Chamaesyce missurica

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Chamaesyce missurica: Prairie Sandmat

Chamaesyce missurica, commonly known as Prairie Sandmat, is a forb/herb belonging to the Euphorbiaceae (Spurge) family. This annual plant is found in various regions and offers ecological interest.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Scientific Name: Chamaesyce missurica (Raf.) Shinners
  • Common Name: Prairie Sandmat, Missi Spurge
  • Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family)
  • Synonyms: Euphorbia missurica Raf., Chamaesyce missurica (Raf.) Shinners var. calcicola

Distribution and Habitat

Chamaesyce missurica is often found in shortgrass prairies. Specifically, it is identified as one of the most abundant species in prairies east of Colorado.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Growth Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
  • Duration: Annual.
  • Bloom Color: White, pink.
  • Bloom Period: June to August.

Ecological Role

This plant is associated with prairie ecosystems. It is a component of the shortgrass prairie habitat typical of plains regions.

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