baobá

Names in Other Languages

French calebassier du Sénégal

German Affenbrotbaum

Portuguese baobá

Similar Species in Adansonia

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Australian baobab

Adansonia gregorii

Least Concern

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Grandidier's baobab

Adansonia grandidieri

Endangered

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Madagascar Baobab

Adansonia madagascariensis

Least Concern

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za baobab

Adansonia za

Least Concern

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fony baobab

Adansonia rubrostipa

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of baobá?

The scientific name of baobá is Adansonia digitata. It belongs to the genus Adansonia.

Where does baobá live?

baobá is found in Widely distributed across Africa (4 countries), Asia (Taiwan), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Algeria, Brazil, Guinea, Madagascar, Seychelles, Taiwan.

What family does baobá belong to?

baobá (Adansonia digitata) belongs to the genus Adansonia, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.

What kingdom does baobá belong to?

baobá (Adansonia digitata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of baobá?

The closest relatives of baobá in the genus Adansonia include Australian baobab, Grandidier's baobab, Madagascar Baobab, za baobab, fony baobab.