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bois blanc

Simarouba amara

Least Concern
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The Bitterwood (Simarouba amara) is a species in the genus Simarouba. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Distributed across Brazil and Colombia.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish maruba
French bois blanc
Portuguese amarelinho

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bois blanc?
The scientific name of bois blanc is Simarouba amara. It belongs to the genus Simarouba.
What is the conservation status of bois blanc?
bois blanc (Simarouba amara) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does bois blanc live?
bois blanc is found in Distributed across Brazil and Colombia.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia.
What family does bois blanc belong to?
bois blanc (Simarouba amara) belongs to the genus Simarouba, which is part of the taxonomic family Simaroubaceae.
Is bois blanc endangered?
No, bois blanc (Simarouba amara) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does bois blanc belong to?
bois blanc (Simarouba amara) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of bois blanc?
The closest relatives of bois blanc in the genus Simarouba include dysentery-bark.

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Simarouba — 2 Species

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bois blanc
Simarouba amara
LC
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dysentery-bark
Simarouba glauca
LC

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