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Showy pigeonpea

Cajanus scarabaeoides

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and mangrove forests and coastal wetlands within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Comoros, Madagascar), Asia (Bangladesh, Taiwan), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Tuvalu).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (पादप)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (मैग्नोलियोप्सीडा)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Cajanus scarabaeoides (Showy pigeonpea)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Showy pigeonpea?

The scientific name of Showy pigeonpea is Cajanus scarabaeoides. It belongs to the genus Cajanus.

What is the conservation status of Showy pigeonpea?

Showy pigeonpea (Cajanus scarabaeoides) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Showy pigeonpea live?

Showy pigeonpea is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Comoros, Madagascar), Asia (Bangladesh, Taiwan), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Tuvalu).. Countries include Bangladesh, Comoros, Fiji, Madagascar, Taiwan, Tuvalu, United States.

What family does Showy pigeonpea belong to?

Showy pigeonpea (Cajanus scarabaeoides) belongs to the genus Cajanus, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

Is Showy pigeonpea endangered?

No, Showy pigeonpea (Cajanus scarabaeoides) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Showy pigeonpea belong to?

Showy pigeonpea (Cajanus scarabaeoides) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (पादप).

What are the closest relatives of Showy pigeonpea?

The closest relatives of Showy pigeonpea in the genus Cajanus include Pigeonpea.