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Black Forest Spike-thorn

Gymnosporia mossambicensis

Least Concern

About

The Black Forest Spike-thorn (Gymnosporia mossambicensis) is a species in the genus Gymnosporia. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Celastrales (Spindelbaumartige)

Species

Gymnosporia mossambicensis (Black Forest Spike-thorn)

Similar Species in Gymnosporia

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Angle-stem Spikethorn

Gymnosporia heterophylla

Least Concern

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Blue Spike-thorn

Gymnosporia glaucophylla

Least Concern

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Common Spike-thorn

Gymnosporia buxifolia

Least Concern

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Tropical Spike-thorn

Gymnosporia maranguensis

Least Concern

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Dune Spike-thorn

Gymnosporia arenicola

Least Concern

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Valley Spikethorn

Gymnosporia hemipterocarpa

Least Concern

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Hairy Spike-thorn

Gymnosporia pubescens

Least Concern

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Large-fruited Forest Spike-thorn

Gymnosporia grandifolia

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Forest Spike-thorn?

The scientific name of Black Forest Spike-thorn is Gymnosporia mossambicensis. It belongs to the genus Gymnosporia.

What is the conservation status of Black Forest Spike-thorn?

Black Forest Spike-thorn (Gymnosporia mossambicensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Black Forest Spike-thorn belong to?

Black Forest Spike-thorn (Gymnosporia mossambicensis) belongs to the genus Gymnosporia, which is part of the taxonomic family Celastraceae.

Is Black Forest Spike-thorn endangered?

No, Black Forest Spike-thorn (Gymnosporia mossambicensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Black Forest Spike-thorn belong to?

Black Forest Spike-thorn (Gymnosporia mossambicensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Black Forest Spike-thorn?

The closest relatives of Black Forest Spike-thorn in the genus Gymnosporia include Angle-stem Spikethorn, Blue Spike-thorn, Common Spike-thorn, Tropical Spike-thorn, Dune Spike-thorn.