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False Sisal

Agave decipiens

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (tumbuhan)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Species

Agave decipiens (False Sisal)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of False Sisal?

The scientific name of False Sisal is Agave decipiens. It belongs to the genus Agave.

What is the conservation status of False Sisal?

False Sisal (Agave decipiens) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does False Sisal live?

False Sisal is found in Distributed across South Africa and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include South Africa, Taiwan.

What family does False Sisal belong to?

False Sisal (Agave decipiens) belongs to the genus Agave, which is part of the taxonomic family Asparagaceae.

Is False Sisal endangered?

Yes, False Sisal (Agave decipiens) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does False Sisal belong to?

False Sisal (Agave decipiens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (tumbuhan).

What are the closest relatives of False Sisal?

The closest relatives of False Sisal in the genus Agave include Centuryplant, Palmer agave, rough agave, Fox tail agave, Sisal hemp.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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