About Malesherbia humilis Poepp.
Taxonomic Identity and Native Range
Malesherbia humilis Poepp. is an annual herb that grows in the subtropical regions of northern and central Chile extending into Argentina.
Distribution in Chile
Within Chile, this species occurs from Santiago to Guatacondo.
Distribution in Argentina
Some specimens have been collected from Neuquén province, Argentina.
Altitude Range
It typically grows at altitudes below 1000m, though some individuals have been collected at elevations as high as 2900m.
Habitat Substrate
It is found growing in rocky, arid soils.
