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Japanese tung-oil-tree

Vernicia cordata

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Angola, Guinea, India, Japan, and Sao Tome and Principe.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German japanischer Tungölbaum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese tung-oil-tree?
The scientific name of Japanese tung-oil-tree is Vernicia cordata. It belongs to the genus Vernicia.
What is the conservation status of Japanese tung-oil-tree?
Japanese tung-oil-tree (Vernicia cordata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Japanese tung-oil-tree live?
Japanese tung-oil-tree is found in Distributed across Angola, Guinea, India, Japan, and Sao Tome and Principe.. Countries include Angola, Guinea, India, Japan, Sao Tome and Principe.
What family does Japanese tung-oil-tree belong to?
Japanese tung-oil-tree (Vernicia cordata) belongs to the genus Vernicia, which is part of the taxonomic family Euphorbiaceae.
Is Japanese tung-oil-tree endangered?
No, Japanese tung-oil-tree (Vernicia cordata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Japanese tung-oil-tree belong to?
Japanese tung-oil-tree (Vernicia cordata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).
What are the closest relatives of Japanese tung-oil-tree?
The closest relatives of Japanese tung-oil-tree in the genus Vernicia include Mu oil tree, Tungoil tree.

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Vernicia — 3 Species

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