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fruta-pão

Artocarpus altilis

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The breadfruit (Artocarpus altilis) is a species in the genus Artocarpus. 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 (9 countries), Asia (6 countries), North America (9 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).

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Names in Other Languages

Spanish fruta de pan
French arbre à pain
German Brotfruchtbaum
Portuguese fruta-pão

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of fruta-pão?
The scientific name of fruta-pão is Artocarpus altilis. It belongs to the genus Artocarpus.
Where does fruta-pão live?
fruta-pão is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (6 countries), North America (9 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Brunei, Cameroon, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Costa Rica.
What family does fruta-pão belong to?
fruta-pão (Artocarpus altilis) belongs to the genus Artocarpus, which is part of the taxonomic family Moraceae.
What kingdom does fruta-pão belong to?
fruta-pão (Artocarpus altilis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of fruta-pão?
The closest relatives of fruta-pão in the genus Artocarpus include jaca, Elephant Jack, Hairy Bread-Fruit Tree.

Native Range — 28 Countries

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