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cotonnier d'Egypte

Gossypium barbadense

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (Turkey), Europe (Spain), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).

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Names in Other Languages

Spanish algodón
French cotonnier d'Egypte
German westindische Baumwolle
Portuguese algodão

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of cotonnier d'Egypte?
The scientific name of cotonnier d'Egypte is Gossypium barbadense. It belongs to the genus Gossypium.
Where does cotonnier d'Egypte live?
cotonnier d'Egypte is found in Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (Turkey), Europe (Spain), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Congo (DRC), Cuba, Guinea, Libya, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Sao Tome and Principe.
What family does cotonnier d'Egypte belong to?
cotonnier d'Egypte (Gossypium barbadense) belongs to the genus Gossypium, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.
What kingdom does cotonnier d'Egypte belong to?
cotonnier d'Egypte (Gossypium barbadense) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of cotonnier d'Egypte?
The closest relatives of cotonnier d'Egypte in the genus Gossypium include coton arborescent, Cotonnier africain, cotonnier américain, wild cotton, Darwin's Cotton.

Native Range — 13 Countries

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