Cereza

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Malpighiales (Malpighiales)

Family

Malpighiaceae

Genus

Malpighia

Species

Malpighia urens (Cereza)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cereza

French Bonbon Capitaine

German brennende Barbadoskirsche

Similar Species in Malpighia

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acerola

Malpighia glabra

Least Concern

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Palo Bronco Chico

Malpighia cubensis

Least Concern

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Barbados cherry

Malpighia emarginata

Not Evaluated

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Longspine Malpighia

Malpighia macracantha

Near Threatened

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Singapore holly

Malpighia coccigera

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cereza?

The scientific name of Cereza is Malpighia urens. It belongs to the genus Malpighia.

What is the conservation status of Cereza?

Cereza (Malpighia urens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Cereza belong to?

Cereza (Malpighia urens) belongs to the genus Malpighia, which is part of the taxonomic family Malpighiaceae.

Is Cereza endangered?

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

What kingdom does Cereza belong to?

Cereza (Malpighia urens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Cereza?

The closest relatives of Cereza in the genus Malpighia include acerola, Palo Bronco Chico, Barbados cherry, Longspine Malpighia, Singapore holly.