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Apachite

Beaucarnea recurvata

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Brazil, India, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇮🇳 India 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Species

Beaucarnea recurvata (Apachite)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Apachite

Portuguese biucarnea

Similar Species in Beaucarnea

Despeinata de Chimalapas

Beaucarnea sanctomariana

Endangered

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Beaucarnea hiriartiae

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Apachite?

The scientific name of Apachite is Beaucarnea recurvata. It belongs to the genus Beaucarnea.

What is the conservation status of Apachite?

Apachite (Beaucarnea recurvata) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Apachite live?

Apachite is found in Distributed across Brazil, India, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, India, Taiwan.

What family does Apachite belong to?

Apachite (Beaucarnea recurvata) belongs to the genus Beaucarnea, which is part of the taxonomic family Asparagaceae.

Is Apachite endangered?

Yes, Apachite (Beaucarnea recurvata) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Apachite belong to?

Apachite (Beaucarnea recurvata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Apachite?

The closest relatives of Apachite in the genus Beaucarnea include Beargrass, Despeinata de Chimalapas, Ixtotl (náhuatl), Palma Barrigona.