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Jujube

Ziziphus jujuba

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Chad, Libya), Asia (5 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Rosenartige)

Species

Ziziphus jujuba (Jujube)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish azufaifo

French Jujubier

German Jujube

Portuguese açofeifeira

Similar Species in Ziziphus

Ziziphus spina-christi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jujube?

The scientific name of Jujube is Ziziphus jujuba. It belongs to the genus Ziziphus.

What is the conservation status of Jujube?

Jujube (Ziziphus jujuba) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Jujube live?

Jujube is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Chad, Libya), Asia (5 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chad, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, France, Greece, India.

What family does Jujube belong to?

Jujube (Ziziphus jujuba) belongs to the genus Ziziphus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhamnaceae.

Is Jujube endangered?

No, Jujube (Ziziphus jujuba) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Jujube belong to?

Jujube (Ziziphus jujuba) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Jujube?

The closest relatives of Jujube in the genus Ziziphus include filzblättrige Jujube, wilde Jujube, Syrian Christ-thorn.