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alcornoque

Quercus suber

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (Armenia, Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fagales (Beeches & Oaks)

Family

Fagaceae (Beech Family)

Genus

Quercus (Oaks)

Species

Quercus suber (alcornoque)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish alcornoque

French chêne liège

German Korkeiche

Portuguese carvalho-cortiça

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of alcornoque?

The scientific name of alcornoque is Quercus suber. It belongs to the genus Quercus.

What is the conservation status of alcornoque?

alcornoque (Quercus suber) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does alcornoque live?

alcornoque is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (Armenia, Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Armenia, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Croatia, Libya, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Taiwan.

What family does alcornoque belong to?

alcornoque (Quercus suber) belongs to the genus Quercus, which is part of the taxonomic family Fagaceae.

Is alcornoque endangered?

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

What kingdom does alcornoque belong to?

alcornoque (Quercus suber) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of alcornoque?

The closest relatives of alcornoque in the genus Quercus include azinheira, Bellota, Bochilte, Carrasca, carvalheiro.