Arrayán

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The Chilean myrtle (Luma apiculata) is a species in the genus Luma. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. 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.

Distributed across Colombia, Ireland, and United Kingdom.

🇮🇪 Ireland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Myrtales (Myrtales)

Family

Myrtaceae

Genus

Luma

Species

Luma apiculata (Arrayán)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Arrayán

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Chequen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arrayán?

The scientific name of Arrayán is Luma apiculata. It belongs to the genus Luma.

What is the conservation status of Arrayán?

Arrayán (Luma apiculata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Arrayán live?

Arrayán is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ireland, and United Kingdom.. Countries include Colombia, Ireland, United Kingdom.

What family does Arrayán belong to?

Arrayán (Luma apiculata) belongs to the genus Luma, which is part of the taxonomic family Myrtaceae.

Is Arrayán endangered?

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

What kingdom does Arrayán belong to?

Arrayán (Luma apiculata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Arrayán?

The closest relatives of Arrayán in the genus Luma include Chequen.