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palmeira-de-macarthur

Ptychosperma macarthurii

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (Singapore, Taiwan), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Marshall Islands, Micronesia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese palmeira-de-macarthur

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of palmeira-de-macarthur?
The scientific name of palmeira-de-macarthur is Ptychosperma macarthurii. It belongs to the genus Ptychosperma.
Where does palmeira-de-macarthur live?
palmeira-de-macarthur is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, South Africa), Asia (Singapore, Taiwan), North America (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Marshall Islands, Micronesia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nicaragua, Panama, Saint Lucia, Seychelles, Singapore.
What family does palmeira-de-macarthur belong to?
palmeira-de-macarthur (Ptychosperma macarthurii) belongs to the genus Ptychosperma, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does palmeira-de-macarthur belong to?
palmeira-de-macarthur (Ptychosperma macarthurii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of palmeira-de-macarthur?
The closest relatives of palmeira-de-macarthur in the genus Ptychosperma include palmeira-piticosperma.

Native Range — 13 Countries

Genus Ptychosperma — 2 Species

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palmeira-de-macarthur
Ptychosperma macarthurii
NE
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palmeira-piticosperma
Ptychosperma elegans
LC

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