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pigeonberry

Rivina humilis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Petiveriaceae ›Genus: Rivina

About

Rivina humilis is a species of flowering plant in the family Petiveriaceae. It was formerly placed in the pokeweed family, Phytolaccaceae. It can be found in the southern United States, the Caribbean, Central America, and tropical South America. Common names include pigeonberry, rougeplant, baby peppers, bloodberry, and coralito. The specific epithet means "dwarfish" or "lowly" in Latin, referring to the plant's short stature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of pigeonberry?
The scientific name of pigeonberry is Rivina humilis.
What is the conservation status of pigeonberry?
The pigeonberry has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does pigeonberry belong to?
pigeonberry belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does pigeonberry belong to?
pigeonberry belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does pigeonberry belong to?
pigeonberry belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does pigeonberry belong to?
pigeonberry belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does pigeonberry belong to?
pigeonberry belongs to the family Petiveriaceae.
What genus does pigeonberry belong to?
pigeonberry belongs to the genus Rivina.