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southern Florida sandmat

Scientific Name: Chamaesyce adenoptera ssp. pergamena

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Chamaesyce adenoptera (Southern Florida Sandmat)

Chamaesyce adenoptera, commonly known as Southern Florida Sandmat, is a perennial plant found in various regions. This page provides information about its classification, distribution, and other relevant details.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant belongs to the genus Chamaesyce, and is similar to the asthma plant (Chamaesyce hirta) and Florida hammock sandmat.

Scientific Classification and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Chamaesyce adenoptera (Bertol.) Small
  • Common Name: Southern Florida Sandmat
  • Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge Family)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
  • Synonyms/Alternative Scientific Names:
    • Euphorbia adenoptera Bertol.
    • Euphorbia adenoptera ssp. pergamena (Small) Oudejans
    • Euphorbia pergamena Small
  • Scientific Name with Author: Chamaesyce adenoptera (Bertol.) Small ssp. pergamena (Small) Burch

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to North America.
  • Found throughout Florida and the southern United States.
  • Also found in other tropical and sub-tropical regions worldwide.
  • Specifically mentioned locations: Southern USA, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.
  • Occurs in the central and southern portions of Arizona.
  • Specifically associated with rocklands in South Florida.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Type: Subshrub, Forb/herb.
  • Duration: Perennial.

Related Species

  • Similar to asthma plant (Chamaesyce hirta) and Florida hammock sandmat.

Further Information

  • USDA PLANTS Database: http://plants.usda.gov
  • Atlas of Florida Vascular Plants
  • Discover Life page
  • Garden Guides