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Merkus Kiefer

Pinus merkusii

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Indomalayan realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across India, Indonesia, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇮🇳 India 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Pinaceae (Pine Family)

Genus

Pinus (Pines)

Species

Pinus merkusii (Merkus Kiefer)

Names in Other Languages

German Merkus Kiefer

Indonesian Damar Batu

Similar Species in Pinus

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amerikanische Rotkiefer

Berg-Kiefer, Legföhre% Latsche

chinesische Rotkiefer

Pinus tabuliformis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Merkus Kiefer?

The scientific name of Merkus Kiefer is Pinus merkusii. It belongs to the genus Pinus.

What is the conservation status of Merkus Kiefer?

Merkus Kiefer (Pinus merkusii) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Merkus Kiefer live?

Merkus Kiefer is found in Distributed across India, Indonesia, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include India, Indonesia, Taiwan.

What family does Merkus Kiefer belong to?

Merkus Kiefer (Pinus merkusii) belongs to the genus Pinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pinaceae.

Is Merkus Kiefer endangered?

Yes, Merkus Kiefer (Pinus merkusii) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Merkus Kiefer belong to?

Merkus Kiefer (Pinus merkusii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Merkus Kiefer?

The closest relatives of Merkus Kiefer in the genus Pinus include amerikanische Rotkiefer, Armands Kiefer, Aufrechte Bergföhre, Banks Kiefer, Berg-Kiefer, Legföhre% Latsche.