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Palma coquera

Adonidia merrillii

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Asia (India), North America (Cuba, Mexico, Saint Kitts and Nevis), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇮🇳 India 🇨🇺 Cuba 🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Adonidia merrillii (Palma coquera)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Palma coquera

German Manilapalme

Portuguese palmeira-de-manila

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Palma coquera?

The scientific name of Palma coquera is Adonidia merrillii. It belongs to the genus Adonidia.

What is the conservation status of Palma coquera?

Palma coquera (Adonidia merrillii) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Palma coquera live?

Palma coquera is found in Widely distributed across Asia (India), North America (Cuba, Mexico, Saint Kitts and Nevis), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, India, Mexico, Saint Kitts and Nevis.

What family does Palma coquera belong to?

Palma coquera (Adonidia merrillii) belongs to the genus Adonidia, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.

Is Palma coquera endangered?

Yes, Palma coquera (Adonidia merrillii) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Palma coquera belong to?

Palma coquera (Adonidia merrillii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).