Aegiphila facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Aegiphila |
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| Aegiphila lhotzkiana | |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Lamiales |
| Family: | Lamiaceae |
| Subfamily: | Ajugoideae |
| Genus: | Aegiphila Jacq. |
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Aegiphila is a group of flowering plants. They belong to the mint family, called Lamiaceae. Scientists first described these plants in 1763. Before that, they were thought to be part of a different family, the Verbenaceae.
Where do Aegiphila Plants Live?
Aegiphila plants are native to many warm parts of the Americas. You can find them growing naturally in Mexico, Central America, and South America. They also live in the West Indies and even in Florida in the United States.
Many Different Species
The Aegiphila group includes many different kinds of plants. They grow in various countries across their native range. For example, some species are found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Others thrive in Brazil, Venezuela, and Bolivia. You can also find them on islands like Jamaica and Trinidad. Each species has adapted to its specific environment.
See also
In Spanish: Aegiphila para niños
