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ginjeira

Prunus cerasus

Least Concern
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The Amarelle Cherry (Prunus cerasus) is a species in the genus Prunus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Turkey), Europe (31 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish ginjeira
French Cerisier acide
German Sauerkirsche
Portuguese ginjeira
Turkish Visne

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ginjeira?
The scientific name of ginjeira is Prunus cerasus. It belongs to the genus Prunus.
What is the conservation status of ginjeira?
ginjeira (Prunus cerasus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does ginjeira live?
ginjeira is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Turkey), Europe (31 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Albania, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.
What family does ginjeira belong to?
ginjeira (Prunus cerasus) belongs to the genus Prunus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.
Is ginjeira endangered?
No, ginjeira (Prunus cerasus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does ginjeira belong to?
ginjeira (Prunus cerasus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of ginjeira?
The closest relatives of ginjeira in the genus Prunus include abrunheiro, abrunheiro-manso, ameixa, Ameixeira-Americana, Ameixeira-Americana.

Native Range — 36 Countries

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