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Calligonum microcarpum
Scientific Name: Calligonum microcarpum
Family: Polygonaceae
Category: Dicot
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Calligonum microcarpum
Calligonum microcarpum is a species within the genus Calligonum.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Calligonum microcarpum I.G. Borshch.
- Family: Polygonaceae (Buckwheat Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
- Synonyms: Calligonum minimum Lipsky (considered a synonym of Calligonum microcarpum I.G. Borshch.)
- Authority: Described by Borszcz. (Iljia Grigorievich Borshchow)
Distribution and Habitat
- Observed in Uzbekistan, specifically in Buchara, Kyzyl Kum.
- Found in arid zones.
- Present in areas of weakly consolidated sands, supporting a diverse shrub community.
- Reported distribution in Priaral Sands, Kyzylkum, and Karakum.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Described as a shrub.
Ecological Role
- A component of shrub communities in sandy areas.
- Provides habitat or food for some insects, as larvae of some species have been observed on the plant.
Genetic Information
- Mention of "maturase K (matK) gene, partial cds chloroplast" in the context of a Calligonum mongolicum isolate, suggesting genetic studies are being conducted within the Calligonum genus.
- The same gene has been analyzed and is similar to that of Petropyrum.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The plant serves as a host for the larvae of some insect species.
- Mentioned in connection with gerbils, suggesting it may be part of their diet or habitat.
Resources and Further Information
- Tropicos database
- Encyclopedia of Life
- USDA Plants Database
- Alamy stock photo library
- GRIN Taxonomy checklist