Calycera (Calyceraceae)

Calycera

Calycera is a family of flowering plants resembling thistles. They feature clustered heads of small flowers, usually surrounded by spiky bracts, adapting well to their native harsh, arid environments in South America. These adaptations include thick, waxy coatings on leaves to reduce water loss and deep root systems to access limited moisture resources.

Scientific classification

Family

Calycera (Calyceraceae)

Order

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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