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Cedro limón

Citrus medica

Least Concern

About

The Citron (Citrus medica) is a species in the genus Citrus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (Laos, Maldives), Europe (Croatia, France), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Maru-bushukan
Chinese Xiang yuan
Spanish Cedro limón
French Cédratier
German Cederappelen
Portuguese Cidrao
Hindi Bijaura
Vietnamese Thanh yên
Indonesian Jeruk sukade
Thai Manao-khwai

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cedro limón?
The scientific name of Cedro limón is Citrus medica. It belongs to the genus Citrus.
What is the conservation status of Cedro limón?
Cedro limón (Citrus medica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Cedro limón live?
Cedro limón is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (Laos, Maldives), Europe (Croatia, France), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Croatia, Ecuador, France, Guinea, Laos, Libya, Madagascar.
What family does Cedro limón belong to?
Cedro limón (Citrus medica) belongs to the genus Citrus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rutaceae.
Is Cedro limón endangered?
No, Cedro limón (Citrus medica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Cedro limón belong to?
Cedro limón (Citrus medica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).
What are the closest relatives of Cedro limón?
The closest relatives of Cedro limón in the genus Citrus include lima Tahiti, limón agrio, mandarina, naranja agria, toronja.

Native Range — 15 Countries

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