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Dattelpalme

Phoenix dactylifera

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (13 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Peru).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish palmera datilera
French palmier dattier
German Dattelpalme
Portuguese palmeira-datilifera
Arabic nakhl
Turkish Hurma

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dattelpalme?
The scientific name of Dattelpalme is Phoenix dactylifera. It belongs to the genus Phoenix.
Where does Dattelpalme live?
Dattelpalme is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (13 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Peru).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Chad, Colombia, Comoros, Croatia, Cyprus.
What family does Dattelpalme belong to?
Dattelpalme (Phoenix dactylifera) belongs to the genus Phoenix, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does Dattelpalme belong to?
Dattelpalme (Phoenix dactylifera) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Dattelpalme?
The closest relatives of Dattelpalme in the genus Phoenix include kanarische Dattelpalme, Kreta Dattelpalme, Senegal-Dattelpalme, Walddattelpalme, Mangrove Date Palm.

Native Range — 35 Countries

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