Apurimacia boliviana

Apurimacia boliviana

Apurimacia boliviana is a shrubby legume native to Bolivia and possibly adjacent Peru, named for the Apurímac River region of South America where members of this small genus are found. It grows in montane scrubland and dry inter-Andean valleys, producing pea-type flowers and compound leaves suited to Andean conditions. The genus Apurimacia is a small group of legumes endemic to the central Andes.

Taxonomy

Order Fabales
Family Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Apurimacia boliviana

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does Apurimacia boliviana belong to?
Apurimacia boliviana (Apurimacia boliviana) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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