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shaving-brush-tree

Pseudobombax ellipticum

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Brazil and India.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pochote

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of shaving-brush-tree?
The scientific name of shaving-brush-tree is Pseudobombax ellipticum. It belongs to the genus Pseudobombax.
What is the conservation status of shaving-brush-tree?
shaving-brush-tree (Pseudobombax ellipticum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does shaving-brush-tree live?
shaving-brush-tree is found in Distributed across Brazil and India.. Countries include Brazil, India.
What family does shaving-brush-tree belong to?
shaving-brush-tree (Pseudobombax ellipticum) belongs to the genus Pseudobombax, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.
Is shaving-brush-tree endangered?
No, shaving-brush-tree (Pseudobombax ellipticum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does shaving-brush-tree belong to?
shaving-brush-tree (Pseudobombax ellipticum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of shaving-brush-tree?
The closest relatives of shaving-brush-tree in the genus Pseudobombax include Brazilian shaving-brush-tree.

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Pseudobombax — 2 Species

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Brazilian shaving-brush-tree
Pseudobombax grandiflorum
NE
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shaving-brush-tree
Pseudobombax ellipticum
LC

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