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alcanfor

Cinnamomum camphora

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The Camphortree (Cinnamomum camphora) is a species in the genus Cinnamomum. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (14 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (Cuba, Dominican Republic, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Micronesia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Cinnamomum camphora (alcanfor)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Nok-na-mu

Spanish alcanfor

French camphre

German Campher

Portuguese açcanforeira

Similar Species in Cinnamomum

Cinnamomum aromaticum

Cinnamomum micranthum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of alcanfor?

The scientific name of alcanfor is Cinnamomum camphora. It belongs to the genus Cinnamomum.

Where does alcanfor live?

alcanfor is found in Widely distributed across Africa (14 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (8 countries), North America (Cuba, Dominican Republic, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Micronesia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Algeria, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Cuba, Dominican Republic, Egypt, France.

What family does alcanfor belong to?

alcanfor (Cinnamomum camphora) belongs to the genus Cinnamomum, which is part of the taxonomic family Lauraceae.

What kingdom does alcanfor belong to?

alcanfor (Cinnamomum camphora) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of alcanfor?

The closest relatives of alcanfor in the genus Cinnamomum include canela, canela de la China, canela de Saigón, Wild Cinnamon, Cinamomon.