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ash

Fraxinus excelsior

Vulnerable

About

Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) is a species in the genus Fraxinus. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Oceanian and Palearctic realms. Pop

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Oceanian and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Chile). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (tumbuhan)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Fraxinus excelsior (ash)

Names in Other Languages

French Frêne

German Esche

Portuguese freixo-europeu

Similar Species in Fraxinus

Fraxinus berlandieriana

Critically Endangered

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Blue Ash

Fraxinus quadrangulata

Critically Endangered

Fraxinus pennsylvanica

Not Evaluated

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Afghan Ash

Fraxinus xanthoxyloides

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ash?

The scientific name of ash is Fraxinus excelsior. It belongs to the genus Fraxinus.

What is the conservation status of ash?

ash (Fraxinus excelsior) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does ash live?

ash is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Europe (7 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Chile). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, France, Libya, New Zealand, Norway.

What family does ash belong to?

ash (Fraxinus excelsior) belongs to the genus Fraxinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Oleaceae.

Is ash endangered?

Yes, ash (Fraxinus excelsior) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does ash belong to?

ash (Fraxinus excelsior) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (tumbuhan).

What are the closest relatives of ash?

The closest relatives of ash in the genus Fraxinus include Afghan Ash, Balkan Ash, Berlandier ash, Black Ash, Blue Ash.