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Brazilian rosewood

Aniba rosaeodora

Critically Endangered

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The Brazilian rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) is a species in the genus Aniba. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered 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 grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types spanning the Neotropic and Oceanian realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish palo de rosa
French bois de rose
German Rosenholzbaum
Portuguese pau-rosa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brazilian rosewood?
The scientific name of Brazilian rosewood is Aniba rosaeodora. It belongs to the genus Aniba.
What is the conservation status of Brazilian rosewood?
Brazilian rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Brazilian rosewood live?
Brazilian rosewood is found in Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia.
What family does Brazilian rosewood belong to?
Brazilian rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) belongs to the genus Aniba, which is part of the taxonomic family Lauraceae.
Is Brazilian rosewood endangered?
Yes, Brazilian rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Brazilian rosewood belong to?
Brazilian rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).
What are the closest relatives of Brazilian rosewood?
The closest relatives of Brazilian rosewood in the genus Aniba include Rusty Aniba.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Aniba — 2 Species

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Rusty Aniba
Aniba ferruginea
VU
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Brazilian rosewood
Aniba rosaeodora
CR

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