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amor-de-velho

Priva lappulacea

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Sao Tome and Principe), North America (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

🇸🇹 Sao Tome and Principe 🇸🇻 El Salvador 🇬🇹 Guatemala 🇭🇳 Honduras 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Spanish mozote
French collant
Portuguese amor-de-velho

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of amor-de-velho?
The scientific name of amor-de-velho is Priva lappulacea. It belongs to the genus Priva.
What is the conservation status of amor-de-velho?
amor-de-velho (Priva lappulacea) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does amor-de-velho live?
amor-de-velho is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Sao Tome and Principe), North America (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Sao Tome and Principe.
What family does amor-de-velho belong to?
amor-de-velho (Priva lappulacea) belongs to the genus Priva, which is part of the taxonomic family Verbenaceae.
Is amor-de-velho endangered?
No, amor-de-velho (Priva lappulacea) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does amor-de-velho belong to?
amor-de-velho (Priva lappulacea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Priva — 1 Species

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