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aroeira

Schinus terebinthifolia

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The Brazilian peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolia) is a species in the genus Schinus. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (10 countries), Asia (6 countries), Europe (4 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Sapindales (Sapindales)

Species

Schinus terebinthifolia (aroeira)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish pimienta de Brasil

French faux poivrier

Portuguese aroeira

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of aroeira?

The scientific name of aroeira is Schinus terebinthifolia. It belongs to the genus Schinus.

Where does aroeira live?

aroeira is found in Widely distributed across Africa (10 countries), Asia (6 countries), Europe (4 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Angola, Bahamas, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Eswatini, Fiji.

What family does aroeira belong to?

aroeira (Schinus terebinthifolia) belongs to the genus Schinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Anacardiaceae.

What kingdom does aroeira belong to?

aroeira (Schinus terebinthifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of aroeira?

The closest relatives of aroeira in the genus Schinus include pimenta-bastarda, Hardee peppertree, Longleaf peppertree.