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Ölpalme

Elaeis guineensis

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (11 countries), Asia (9 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (8 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Arecales (Palmenartige)

Species

Elaeis guineensis (Ölpalme)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish palma africana

French Palmier a Huile

German Ölpalme

Portuguese dendê

Indonesian kelapa sawit

Similar Species in Elaeis

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amerikanische Ölpalme

Elaeis oleifera

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ölpalme?

The scientific name of Ölpalme is Elaeis guineensis. It belongs to the genus Elaeis.

Where does Ölpalme live?

Ölpalme is found in Widely distributed across Africa (11 countries), Asia (9 countries), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (8 countries).. Countries include Bangladesh, Bolivia, Brazil, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Costa Rica, Cuba.

What family does Ölpalme belong to?

Ölpalme (Elaeis guineensis) belongs to the genus Elaeis, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.

What kingdom does Ölpalme belong to?

Ölpalme (Elaeis guineensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Ölpalme?

The closest relatives of Ölpalme in the genus Elaeis include amerikanische Ölpalme.