Karnaubapalme

About

The Carnauba Palm (Copernicia prunifera) is a species in the genus Copernicia. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Found in Brazil.

🇧🇷 Brazil

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Arecales (Palmenartige)

Family

Arecaceae

Genus

Copernicia

Species

Copernicia prunifera (Karnaubapalme)

Names in Other Languages

French caranda

German Karnaubapalme

Portuguese carnaúba

Similar Species in Copernicia

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Caranday Palm

Copernicia alba

Least Concern

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Cubam palm

Copernicia hospita

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Karnaubapalme?

The scientific name of Karnaubapalme is Copernicia prunifera. It belongs to the genus Copernicia.

Where does Karnaubapalme live?

Karnaubapalme is found in Found in Brazil.. Countries include Brazil.

What family does Karnaubapalme belong to?

Karnaubapalme (Copernicia prunifera) belongs to the genus Copernicia, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.

What kingdom does Karnaubapalme belong to?

Karnaubapalme (Copernicia prunifera) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Karnaubapalme?

The closest relatives of Karnaubapalme in the genus Copernicia include Caranday Palm, Cubam palm.