saffron

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

Celastrales (Spindelbaumartige)

Family

Celastraceae

Genus

Elaeodendron

Species

Elaeodendron croceum (saffron)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of saffron?

The scientific name of saffron is Elaeodendron croceum. It belongs to the genus Elaeodendron.

What is the conservation status of saffron?

saffron (Elaeodendron croceum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does saffron belong to?

saffron (Elaeodendron croceum) belongs to the genus Elaeodendron, which is part of the taxonomic family Celastraceae.

Is saffron endangered?

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

What kingdom does saffron belong to?

saffron (Elaeodendron croceum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of saffron?

The closest relatives of saffron in the genus Elaeodendron include Bermuda Olivewood.