Family: Scrophulariaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Linnaeus, C. (1753). Species plantarum, exhibentes plantas rite cognitas ad genera relatas cum differentiis specificis, nominibus trivialibus, synonymis selectis, locis natalibus, secundum systema sexuale digestas. Stockholm.
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Capraria
Vegetable: False
Observations: Trop. & Subtrop. America
Description
Goatweed, scientifically known as Capraria biflora, is a plant that belongs to the family Scrophulariaceae. First cataloged by the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus in his 1753 seminal work “Species plantarum,” Goatweed is recognized for its distinct place in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
This versatile plant thrives in diverse environments, often found in regions characterized by their warm climates. Its ability to adapt to these varying conditions underscores its resilience and ecological versatility. Goatweed has become a significant subject of study for botanists and plant enthusiasts alike, who are intrigued by both its unique biological characteristics and its adaptability.
Due to its widespread presence across vast geographical areas, Goatweed plays an integral role in the ecosystems where it resides. Its interactions with local fauna and flora contribute to the biodiversity and stability of these ecosystems. The plant’s natural history, cataloged exhaustively by Linnaeus, provides valuable insights into the flora of tropical and subtropical America during the 18th century, presenting a clear picture of the botanical richness of these regions.
Researchers and botanists continue to study Capraria biflora for its potential applications and its role in ecological conservation. Its resilience and adaptability make it a noteworthy species for further scientific exploration and understanding.
Common Names
Eng: goatweed, wild tea
Spa: hierba té, té del país
Por: mate
En: Goatweed, Wild Tea, The Guadeloupe, The pays
Fr: Thé pays
Pt: Mate
Es: Té del país, Hierba té, Claviosa, Pasmo
Synonyms
Distribution
- Argentina Northeast (native)
- Argentina Northwest (native)
- Aruba (native)
- Bahamas (native)
- Belize (native)
- Bolivia (native)
- Brazil North (native)
- Brazil Northeast (native)
- Brazil Southeast (native)
- Brazil West-Central (native)
- Cayman Is. (native)
- Central American Pac (native)
- Colombia (native)
- Costa Rica (native)
- Cuba (native)
- Dominican Republic (native)
- Ecuador (native)
- El Salvador (native)
- French Guiana (native)
- Galápagos (native)
- Guatemala (native)
- Guyana (native)
- Haiti (native)
- Honduras (native)
- Jamaica (native)
- Leeward Is. (native)
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Northwest (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
- Netherlands Antilles (native)
- Nicaragua (native)
- Panamá (native)
- Paraguay (native)
- Peru (native)
- Puerto Rico (native)
- Southwest Caribbean (native)
- Suriname (native)
- Trinidad-Tobago (native)
- Turks-Caicos Is. (native)
- Venezuela (native)
- Venezuelan Antilles (native)
- Windward Is. (native)
- Benin (introduced)
- Bermuda (introduced)
- Cape Verde (introduced)
- Florida (introduced)
- Ghana (introduced)
- Mauritius (introduced)
Additional Images
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Flower
Taken Jul 7, 2022 by Trap Hers (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 18, 2012 by Thomas Delhotal (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 14, 2021 by Lucy C (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 5, 2020 by Francisco Acosta Mujica (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 27, 2022 by Nadia CARVIGANT (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Sep 3, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 28, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 3, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 3, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 3, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Feb 16, 2022 by Frances RB (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 11, 2012 by Thomas Delhotal (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 14, 2021 by Lucy C (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 3, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 18, 2021 by Louise-Zoé JACQUES-SEBASTIEN (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken May 28, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 3, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken May 28, 2021 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Jan 1, 2022 by Sébastien TRASBOT (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3171842)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:800773-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Capraria biflora L.)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Subshrub, Forb/herb