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Caoba

Swietenia macrophylla

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, deserts and xeric shrublands, and tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, among 7 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (6 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Micronesia, Palau, Vanuatu), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇱🇦 Laos 🇵🇭 Philippines 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇧🇩 Bangladesh 🇨🇺 Cuba 🇬🇹 Guatemala 🇭🇳 Honduras 🇻🇺 Vanuatu 🇯🇲 Jamaica 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇩🇲 Dominica 🇫🇲 Micronesia 🇵🇼 Palau 🇸🇬 Singapore 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Sapindales (Sapindales)

Species

Swietenia macrophylla (Caoba)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Caoba

French Mahogani Grands Feuilles

Portuguese Araputangá

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Caoba?

The scientific name of Caoba is Swietenia macrophylla. It belongs to the genus Swietenia.

What is the conservation status of Caoba?

Caoba (Swietenia macrophylla) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Caoba live?

Caoba is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (6 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Micronesia, Palau, Vanuatu), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Dominica, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Laos, Micronesia.

What family does Caoba belong to?

Caoba (Swietenia macrophylla) belongs to the genus Swietenia, which is part of the taxonomic family Meliaceae.

Is Caoba endangered?

Yes, Caoba (Swietenia macrophylla) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Caoba belong to?

Caoba (Swietenia macrophylla) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Caoba?

The closest relatives of Caoba in the genus Swietenia include Caoba, Caoba Espanõla.