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Lorbeer

Laurus nobilis

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, India, Taiwan), Europe (14 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Laurales (Lorbeerartige)

Species

Laurus nobilis (Lorbeer)

Names in Other Languages

French laurier

German Lorbeer

Portuguese dafre

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lorbeer?

The scientific name of Lorbeer is Laurus nobilis. It belongs to the genus Laurus.

What is the conservation status of Lorbeer?

Lorbeer (Laurus nobilis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lorbeer live?

Lorbeer is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, India, Taiwan), Europe (14 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Colombia, Croatia, France, Georgia.

What family does Lorbeer belong to?

Lorbeer (Laurus nobilis) belongs to the genus Laurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Lauraceae.

Is Lorbeer endangered?

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

What kingdom does Lorbeer belong to?

Lorbeer (Laurus nobilis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Lorbeer?

The closest relatives of Lorbeer in the genus Laurus include Macaronesian Laurel.