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Brazil-nut Tree

Bertholletia excelsa

Vulnerable

About

The Brazil-nut Tree (Bertholletia excelsa) is a species in the genus Bertholletia. It is currently classified as Vulnerable 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.

Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (tumbuhan)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Bertholletia excelsa (Brazil-nut Tree)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Turury

French Noix Du Brésil

German Paranußbaum

Portuguese Castanha Para

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brazil-nut Tree?

The scientific name of Brazil-nut Tree is Bertholletia excelsa. It belongs to the genus Bertholletia.

What is the conservation status of Brazil-nut Tree?

Brazil-nut Tree (Bertholletia excelsa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brazil-nut Tree live?

Brazil-nut Tree is found in Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Taiwan.

What family does Brazil-nut Tree belong to?

Brazil-nut Tree (Bertholletia excelsa) belongs to the genus Bertholletia, which is part of the taxonomic family Lecythidaceae.

Is Brazil-nut Tree endangered?

Yes, Brazil-nut Tree (Bertholletia excelsa) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Brazil-nut Tree belong to?

Brazil-nut Tree (Bertholletia excelsa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (tumbuhan).