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Ludwigia

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Lud·​wig·​ia | \ lədˈwigēə \
variants: or less commonly Ludvigia \ -​ˈvig-​ \

Definition of Ludwigia

: a genus of perennial herbs (family Onagraceae) chiefly of tropical or warm regions that have 4-parted flowers and a short capsular fruit

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History and Etymology for Ludwigia

New Latin, from Christian G. Ludwig †1773 German botanist + New Latin -ia

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“Ludwigia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Ludwigia. Accessed 6 Jul. 2022.

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