[Wikipedia] Native Range, Naturalization, Weed Status: It is native to the Caribbean and certain parts of South America. It is widely naturalized in many other parts of the world, where it can be found in varied habitat types and in many areas grows as a roadside weed. (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
Calflora:
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