Papua New Guinea Oak

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fagales (Buchenartige)

Family

Fagaceae (Beech Family)

Genus

Castanopsis

Species

Castanopsis acuminatissima (Papua New Guinea Oak)

Names in Other Languages

Indonesian Riung anak

Similar Species in Castanopsis

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Japanese Chinquapin

Castanopsis cuspidata

Least Concern

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wild chestnut

Castanopsis philipensis

Near Threatened

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Indian-chestnut

Castanopsis indica

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Papua New Guinea Oak?

The scientific name of Papua New Guinea Oak is Castanopsis acuminatissima. It belongs to the genus Castanopsis.

What is the conservation status of Papua New Guinea Oak?

Papua New Guinea Oak (Castanopsis acuminatissima) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Papua New Guinea Oak belong to?

Papua New Guinea Oak (Castanopsis acuminatissima) belongs to the genus Castanopsis, which is part of the taxonomic family Fagaceae.

Is Papua New Guinea Oak endangered?

No, Papua New Guinea Oak (Castanopsis acuminatissima) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Papua New Guinea Oak belong to?

Papua New Guinea Oak (Castanopsis acuminatissima) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Papua New Guinea Oak?

The closest relatives of Papua New Guinea Oak in the genus Castanopsis include Japanese Chinquapin, wild chestnut, Indian-chestnut.