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bitter-ash

Picrasma excelsa

Vulnerable

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The Bitter-ash (Picrasma excelsa) is a species in the genus Picrasma. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotrop

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French bois noyer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bitter-ash?
The scientific name of bitter-ash is Picrasma excelsa. It belongs to the genus Picrasma.
What is the conservation status of bitter-ash?
bitter-ash (Picrasma excelsa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does bitter-ash live?
bitter-ash is found in Distributed across Colombia and Cuba. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Cuba.
What family does bitter-ash belong to?
bitter-ash (Picrasma excelsa) belongs to the genus Picrasma, which is part of the taxonomic family Simaroubaceae.
Is bitter-ash endangered?
Yes, bitter-ash (Picrasma 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 bitter-ash belong to?
bitter-ash (Picrasma excelsa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Picrasma — 1 Species

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bitter-ash
Picrasma excelsa
VU

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