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Maíz de Dios

Zea luxurians

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Zea

Species

Zea luxurians (Maíz de Dios)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Maíz de Dios

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Maíz de Dios?

The scientific name of Maíz de Dios is Zea luxurians. It belongs to the genus Zea.

What is the conservation status of Maíz de Dios?

Maíz de Dios (Zea luxurians) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Maíz de Dios live?

Maíz de Dios is found in Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, United States.

What family does Maíz de Dios belong to?

Maíz de Dios (Zea luxurians) belongs to the genus Zea, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Maíz de Dios endangered?

Yes, Maíz de Dios (Zea luxurians) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Maíz de Dios belong to?

Maíz de Dios (Zea luxurians) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Maíz de Dios?

The closest relatives of Maíz de Dios in the genus Zea include Chapule, maíz, Perennial teosinte.