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Florida pimpernel
Scientific Name: Anagallis pumila
Family: Primulaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Florida Pimpernel (Anagallis pumila)
The Anagallis pumila, commonly known as Florida Pimpernel, is a non-woody plant (forb/herb) belonging to the genus Anagallis.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Anagallis pumila
- Common Name: Florida Pimpernel
- Rank: Species
- Nomencl. ref.: Prodr. O. P. Swartz 40. 1788 20 Jun-29 Jul 1788
Distribution and Habitat
- The Florida Pimpernel is found in the Americas.
- Specific locations mentioned include Florida (e.g., Crystal River, Lakewood Ranch).
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is a small ground-cover plant.
- It is suggested to be positioned in a sunny spot.
- The plant loses its aerial part during the coldest months.
English Vernacular
- English vernacular for Anagallis is Pimpernel.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Anagallis pumila.
- Atlas of Florida Vascular Plants provides information about its nativity status in Florida.