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Tobago cane

Bactris guineensis

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Colombia. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (Pflanzen)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Liliopsida (Monocots)
Order
Arecales (Palmenartige)
Family
Arecaceae
Genus
Bactris
Species
Bactris guineensis (Tobago cane)

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beach palm
Bactris major
Least Concern
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peach palm
Bactris gasipaes
Vulnerable
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Prickly Pole
Bactris jamaicana
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tobago cane?
The scientific name of Tobago cane is Bactris guineensis. It belongs to the genus Bactris.
What is the conservation status of Tobago cane?
Tobago cane (Bactris guineensis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Tobago cane live?
Tobago cane is found in Found in Colombia. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Colombia.
What family does Tobago cane belong to?
Tobago cane (Bactris guineensis) belongs to the genus Bactris, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does Tobago cane belong to?
Tobago cane (Bactris guineensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Tobago cane?
The closest relatives of Tobago cane in the genus Bactris include beach palm, peach palm, Prickly Pole.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Bactris — 4 Species

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beach palm
Bactris major
LC
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Tobago cane
Bactris guineensis
NT
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peach palm
Bactris gasipaes
VU 🐾
Prickly Pole
Bactris jamaicana
VU
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