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red latan

Latania lontaroides

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French Latanier de la Réunion
German rote Latanie
Portuguese palmeira-latânia-vermelha

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of red latan?
The scientific name of red latan is Latania lontaroides. It belongs to the genus Latania.
What is the conservation status of red latan?
red latan (Latania lontaroides) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does red latan live?
red latan is found in Distributed across Brazil, India, Seychelles, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, India, Seychelles, Taiwan.
What family does red latan belong to?
red latan (Latania lontaroides) belongs to the genus Latania, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
Is red latan endangered?
Yes, red latan (Latania lontaroides) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does red latan belong to?
red latan (Latania lontaroides) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of red latan?
The closest relatives of red latan in the genus Latania include yellow latan, blue latan.

Native Range — 4 Countries

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