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Cèdre du Liban

Cedrus libani

Vulnerable

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The Cedar-of-Lebanon (Cedrus libani) is a species in the genus Cedrus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate grasslands and steppes within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate grasslands and steppes within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia), Europe (8 countries), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇦🇲 Armenia 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇭🇷 Croatia 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇪🇸 Spain 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Class

Pinopsida (Conifers)

Order

Pinales (Pines & Allies)

Family

Pinaceae (Pine Family)

Genus

Cedrus

Species

Cedrus libani (Cèdre du Liban)

Names in Other Languages

French Cèdre du Liban

Portuguese cedro-do-líbano

Arabic أرز لبنان

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cèdre du Liban?

The scientific name of Cèdre du Liban is Cedrus libani. It belongs to the genus Cedrus.

What is the conservation status of Cèdre du Liban?

Cèdre du Liban (Cedrus libani) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cèdre du Liban live?

Cèdre du Liban is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia), Europe (8 countries), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Armenia, Belgium, Brazil, Croatia, France, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom.

What family does Cèdre du Liban belong to?

Cèdre du Liban (Cedrus libani) belongs to the genus Cedrus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pinaceae.

Is Cèdre du Liban endangered?

Yes, Cèdre du Liban (Cedrus libani) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Cèdre du Liban belong to?

Cèdre du Liban (Cedrus libani) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Cèdre du Liban?

The closest relatives of Cèdre du Liban in the genus Cedrus include Cèdre de l'Atlantique, Cèdre de l'Himalaya.