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Almug

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 (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (被子植物門)

Class

Magnoliopsida (モクレン綱)

Species

Pterocarpus santalinus (Almug)

Names in Other Languages

Hindi Lal Chandan

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White Padouk

Pterocarpus mildbraedii

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Pterocarpus angolensis

Least Concern

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Bloodwood

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Almug?

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

What is the conservation status of Almug?

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

Where does Almug live?

Almug 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 Almug belong to?

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

Is Almug endangered?

Yes, Almug (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 Almug belong to?

Almug (Pterocarpus santalinus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Almug?

The closest relatives of Almug in the genus Pterocarpus include African Barwood, Amboyna Wood, Andaman Redwood, Burma Padauk, White Padouk.