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alcachofa

Cynara cardunculus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (India, Syria, Turkey), Europe (13 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Cynara

Species

Cynara cardunculus (alcachofa)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish alcachofa

French artichaut commun

German Artischocke

Portuguese alcachofra

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of alcachofa?

The scientific name of alcachofa is Cynara cardunculus. It belongs to the genus Cynara.

Where does alcachofa live?

alcachofa is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (India, Syria, Turkey), Europe (13 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Albania, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador.

What family does alcachofa belong to?

alcachofa (Cynara cardunculus) belongs to the genus Cynara, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

What kingdom does alcachofa belong to?

alcachofa (Cynara cardunculus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of alcachofa?

The closest relatives of alcachofa in the genus Cynara include Globe artichoke.