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Lal Chandan

Pterocarpus santalinus

Endangered

About

The Almug (Pterocarpus santalinus) is a species in the genus Pterocarpus. It is currently classified as Endangered 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.

Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (पादप)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (मैग्नोलियोप्सीडा)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Pterocarpus santalinus (Lal Chandan)

Names in Other Languages

Hindi Lal Chandan

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White Padouk

Pterocarpus mildbraedii

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Bloodwood Tree

Pterocarpus angolensis

Least Concern

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Bloodwood

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East Indian/Malabar Kino

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lal Chandan?

The scientific name of Lal Chandan is Pterocarpus santalinus. It belongs to the genus Pterocarpus.

What is the conservation status of Lal Chandan?

Lal Chandan (Pterocarpus santalinus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lal Chandan live?

Lal Chandan is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.

What family does Lal Chandan belong to?

Lal Chandan (Pterocarpus santalinus) belongs to the genus Pterocarpus, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

Is Lal Chandan endangered?

Yes, Lal Chandan (Pterocarpus santalinus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Lal Chandan belong to?

Lal Chandan (Pterocarpus santalinus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (पादप).

What are the closest relatives of Lal Chandan?

The closest relatives of Lal Chandan in the genus Pterocarpus include Amboyna Wood, Andaman Redwood, Burma Padauk, White Padouk, Bloodwood Tree.