Eremothera

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Eremothera is a homonym referring to two distinct : a genus of flowering plants in the evening primrose (Onagraceae) and a genus of arachnids in the family Eremobatidae (solifuges, or wind scorpions). The plant genus was established in 2007 by Wagner and Hoch, segregated from Camissonia based on molecular and morphological evidence. The arachnid genus was established by Muma in 1951. These are unrelated and belong to entirely different kingdoms.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eremothera: /ˌɛrɛmoʊˈθɪrə/

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Identification

For the plant : distinguished from Camissonia by floral and fruit characters including capsule dehiscence patterns and seed . For the arachnid genus: characterized by features of the and typical of Eremobatidae, though specific diagnostic traits require arachnological examination.

Habitat

Plant : arid and semi-arid regions of western North America, often in sandy or gravelly soils. Arachnid species: desert and arid of North America, where they are ground-dwelling .

Distribution

Plant : southwestern United States and adjacent Mexico. Arachnid genus: southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Similar Taxa

  • CamissoniaThe plant Eremothera was segregated from Camissonia; were formerly classified there and share general habit and floral structure
  • EremobatesArachnid in the same Eremobatidae; Eremothera can be distinguished by genitalic and cheliceral characters

More Details

Taxonomic Homonym

The name Eremothera is used for both a plant (Onagraceae, 2007) and an arachnid genus (Eremobatidae, 1951). These are independent coinages with no biological relationship. Context is required to determine which is intended.

Plant Taxon Authority

(P.H.Raven) W.L.Wagner & Hoch, 2007 — based on Camissonia subgenus Eremothera P.H.Raven (1964)

Arachnid Taxon Authority

Muma, 1951

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