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palmeira-imperial-de-cuba

Roystonea regia

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Guinea, Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (India, Taiwan), Europe (Spain), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Micronesia, Palau), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Palma Criolla
French palmier royal
German Königspalme
Portuguese palmeira-imperial-de-cuba

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of palmeira-imperial-de-cuba?
The scientific name of palmeira-imperial-de-cuba is Roystonea regia. It belongs to the genus Roystonea.
Where does palmeira-imperial-de-cuba live?
palmeira-imperial-de-cuba is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Guinea, Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (India, Taiwan), Europe (Spain), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Micronesia, Palau), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Guinea, Honduras, India, Micronesia, Palau, Panama.
What family does palmeira-imperial-de-cuba belong to?
palmeira-imperial-de-cuba (Roystonea regia) belongs to the genus Roystonea, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does palmeira-imperial-de-cuba belong to?
palmeira-imperial-de-cuba (Roystonea regia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of palmeira-imperial-de-cuba?
The closest relatives of palmeira-imperial-de-cuba in the genus Roystonea include palmeira-imperial, Morass Cabbage Palm.

Native Range — 15 Countries

Genus Roystonea — 3 Species

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