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Mexican pokeweed

Phytolacca heterotepala

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Phytolaccaceae ›Genus: Phytolacca

About

Phytolacca heterotepala, the Mexican pokeweed, is a species of plant in the pokeweed family Phytolaccaceae. It is native to the state of Tamaulipas in northeast Mexico and has been introduced to the U.S. state of California and Portugal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican pokeweed?
The scientific name of Mexican pokeweed is Phytolacca heterotepala.
What kingdom does Mexican pokeweed belong to?
Mexican pokeweed belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Mexican pokeweed belong to?
Mexican pokeweed belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Mexican pokeweed belong to?
Mexican pokeweed belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Mexican pokeweed belong to?
Mexican pokeweed belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Mexican pokeweed belong to?
Mexican pokeweed belongs to the family Phytolaccaceae.
What genus does Mexican pokeweed belong to?
Mexican pokeweed belongs to the genus Phytolacca.