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eucalipto

Eucalyptus occidentalis

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including deserts and xeric shrublands, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types spanning the Afrotropic and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Brazil, Italy, Libya, and Yemen. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇱🇾 Libya 🇮🇹 Italy 🇾🇪 Yemen 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Plantae (plantas)

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Myrtales (Myrtales)

Species

Eucalyptus occidentalis (eucalipto)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese eucalipto

Similar Species in Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus resinifera

Eucalyptus paniculata

Near Threatened

Eucalyptus delegatensis

Eucalyptus microcorys

Near Threatened

Eucalyptus microtheca

Eucalyptus longifolia

Eucalyptus largiflorens

Eucalyptus pilularis

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of eucalipto?

The scientific name of eucalipto is Eucalyptus occidentalis. It belongs to the genus Eucalyptus.

What is the conservation status of eucalipto?

eucalipto (Eucalyptus occidentalis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does eucalipto live?

eucalipto is found in Distributed across Brazil, Italy, Libya, and Yemen. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Italy, Libya, Yemen.

What family does eucalipto belong to?

eucalipto (Eucalyptus occidentalis) belongs to the genus Eucalyptus, which is part of the taxonomic family Myrtaceae.

Is eucalipto endangered?

Yes, eucalipto (Eucalyptus occidentalis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does eucalipto belong to?

eucalipto (Eucalyptus occidentalis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of eucalipto?

The closest relatives of eucalipto in the genus Eucalyptus include caoba-roxa, casca-de-ferro, eucalipto, eucalipto, eucalipto.

Native Range — 4 Countries

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Genus Eucalyptus — 20 Species

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Eucalyptus resinifera

Eucalyptus paniculata

Eucalyptus delegatensis

Eucalyptus microcorys

Eucalyptus microtheca

Eucalyptus longifolia

Eucalyptus largiflorens

Eucalyptus pilularis

Eucalyptus nova-anglica

Eucalyptus cosmophylla

Eucalyptus leucoxylon

Eucalyptus stricta

Eucalyptus siderophloia

Eucalyptus carnea

Eucalyptus umbra

Eucalyptus macarthurii

Eucalyptus tereticornis

Eucalyptus conica

Eucalyptus regnans

Eucalyptus punctata

Data verified Março 2026

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