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Mahogani Grands Feuilles

Swietenia macrophylla

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, deserts and xeric shrublands, and tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, among 7 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (6 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Micronesia, Palau, Vanuatu), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇱🇦 Laos 🇵🇭 Philippines 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇧🇩 Bangladesh 🇨🇺 Cuba 🇬🇹 Guatemala 🇭🇳 Honduras 🇻🇺 Vanuatu 🇯🇲 Jamaica 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇩🇲 Dominica 🇫🇲 Micronesia 🇵🇼 Palau 🇸🇬 Singapore 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Sapindales (Sapindales)

Species

Swietenia macrophylla (Mahogani Grands Feuilles)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Caoba

French Mahogani Grands Feuilles

Portuguese Araputangá

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mahogani Grands Feuilles?

The scientific name of Mahogani Grands Feuilles is Swietenia macrophylla. It belongs to the genus Swietenia.

What is the conservation status of Mahogani Grands Feuilles?

Mahogani Grands Feuilles (Swietenia macrophylla) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Mahogani Grands Feuilles live?

Mahogani Grands Feuilles is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (6 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Micronesia, Palau, Vanuatu), and South America (Brazil, Colombia). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Dominica, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Laos, Micronesia.

What family does Mahogani Grands Feuilles belong to?

Mahogani Grands Feuilles (Swietenia macrophylla) belongs to the genus Swietenia, which is part of the taxonomic family Meliaceae.

Is Mahogani Grands Feuilles endangered?

Yes, Mahogani Grands Feuilles (Swietenia macrophylla) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Mahogani Grands Feuilles belong to?

Mahogani Grands Feuilles (Swietenia macrophylla) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of Mahogani Grands Feuilles?

The closest relatives of Mahogani Grands Feuilles in the genus Swietenia include Acajou, Honduras Mahogany.