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Blue Cycad

Encephalartos nubimontanus

Extinct in the Wild

About

The Blue Cycad (Encephalartos nubimontanus) is a species in the genus Encephalartos. It is currently classified as Extinct in the Wild on the IUCN Red List. As a member of the genus Encephalartos, it shares ecological traits with closely related species.

Conservation Status

EW Extinct in the Wild

Full Taxonomy

Cycadopsida (Cycadopsida)

Order

Cycadales (Palmfarne)

Species

Encephalartos nubimontanus (Blue Cycad)

Similar Species in Encephalartos

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Poor Man's Cycad

Encephalartos villosus

Least Concern

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Blyde River Cycad

Encephalartos cupidus

Critically Endangered

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Chimanimani Cycad

Encephalartos chimanimaniensis

Endangered

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Ituri Forest Cycad

Encephalartos ituriensis

Vulnerable

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Olifants River Cycad

Encephalartos lanatus

Vulnerable

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Kenyan Giant Cycad

Encephalartos tegulaneus

Least Concern

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Winterberg Cycad

Encephalartos cycadifolius

Least Concern

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Alexandria Cycad

Encephalartos arenarius

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue Cycad?

The scientific name of Blue Cycad is Encephalartos nubimontanus. It belongs to the genus Encephalartos.

What is the conservation status of Blue Cycad?

Blue Cycad (Encephalartos nubimontanus) is classified as Extinct in the Wild by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Blue Cycad belong to?

Blue Cycad (Encephalartos nubimontanus) belongs to the genus Encephalartos, which is part of the taxonomic family Zamiaceae.

What kingdom does Blue Cycad belong to?

Blue Cycad (Encephalartos nubimontanus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Blue Cycad?

The closest relatives of Blue Cycad in the genus Encephalartos include Poor Man's Cycad, Blyde River Cycad, Chimanimani Cycad, Ituri Forest Cycad, Olifants River Cycad.