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Tagua

Phytelephas aequatorialis

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Found in Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (planta)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Liliopsida (Monocots)
Order
Arecales (Arecales)
Family
Arecaceae
Genus
Phytelephas
Species
Phytelephas aequatorialis (Tagua)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tagua

Similar Species in Phytelephas

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palma de marfil
Phytelephas macrocarpa
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tagua?
The scientific name of Tagua is Phytelephas aequatorialis. It belongs to the genus Phytelephas.
What is the conservation status of Tagua?
Tagua (Phytelephas aequatorialis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Tagua live?
Tagua is found in Found in Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Ecuador.
What family does Tagua belong to?
Tagua (Phytelephas aequatorialis) belongs to the genus Phytelephas, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does Tagua belong to?
Tagua (Phytelephas aequatorialis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).
What are the closest relatives of Tagua?
The closest relatives of Tagua in the genus Phytelephas include palma de marfil.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Phytelephas — 2 Species

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palma de marfil
Phytelephas macrocarpa
NT
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Tagua
Phytelephas aequatorialis
NT
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