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Senegal date palm

Phoenix reclinata

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Comoros, Guinea), Asia (India, Taiwan), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇬🇳 Guinea 🇮🇳 India 🇺🇸 United States 🇦🇺 Australia 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇰🇲 Comoros 🇬🇾 Guyana 🇸🇷 Suriname 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Phoenix reclinata (Senegal date palm)

Names in Other Languages

French Dattier du Senegal

German Senegal-Dattelpalme

Similar Species in Phoenix

East Indian wine palm

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Senegal date palm?

The scientific name of Senegal date palm is Phoenix reclinata. It belongs to the genus Phoenix.

What is the conservation status of Senegal date palm?

Senegal date palm (Phoenix reclinata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Senegal date palm live?

Senegal date palm is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Comoros, Guinea), Asia (India, Taiwan), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Comoros, Guinea, Guyana, India, Suriname, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Senegal date palm belong to?

Senegal date palm (Phoenix reclinata) belongs to the genus Phoenix, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.

Is Senegal date palm endangered?

No, Senegal date palm (Phoenix reclinata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Senegal date palm belong to?

Senegal date palm (Phoenix reclinata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Senegal date palm?

The closest relatives of Senegal date palm in the genus Phoenix include Palma Canaria, palmera datilera, Palmera de Creta, Roebelin palm, wild date palm.