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bacaba-açu

Oenocarpus bacaba

Least Concern

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The Bacaba palm (Oenocarpus bacaba) is a species in the genus Oenocarpus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Brazil and Colombia.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Oenocarpus bacaba (bacaba-açu)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese bacaba-açu

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bacaba-açu?

The scientific name of bacaba-açu is Oenocarpus bacaba. It belongs to the genus Oenocarpus.

What is the conservation status of bacaba-açu?

bacaba-açu (Oenocarpus bacaba) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does bacaba-açu live?

bacaba-açu is found in Distributed across Brazil and Colombia.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia.

What family does bacaba-açu belong to?

bacaba-açu (Oenocarpus bacaba) belongs to the genus Oenocarpus, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.

Is bacaba-açu endangered?

No, bacaba-açu (Oenocarpus bacaba) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does bacaba-açu belong to?

bacaba-açu (Oenocarpus bacaba) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of bacaba-açu?

The closest relatives of bacaba-açu in the genus Oenocarpus include patauá.