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Microstachys corniculata (Vahl) Griseb.
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Microstachys corniculata

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Group: Dicot

Substrate: Terrestrial

Habit: Herb

Perennation: Annual

Native Range: Western Mexico south to South America, throughout parts of Antilles, and north to Florida

Map of Florida Locations

SOUTH FLORIDA Occurrence: Present

SOUTH FLORIDA Native Status: Not Native, Naturalized

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Microstachys corniculata has been found in the following county :
Occurrence Native Status
Palm Beach County Undetermined Nativity


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Microstachys corniculata