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cipreste-de-monterei

Cupressus macrocarpa

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 11 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (7 countries), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Peru). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Class

Pinopsida (Conifers)

Order

Pinales (Pines & Allies)

Species

Cupressus macrocarpa (cipreste-de-monterei)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ciprés Monterrey

Portuguese cipreste-de-monterei

Similar Species in Cupressus

Cupressus sempervirens

Cupressus duclouxiana

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of cipreste-de-monterei?

The scientific name of cipreste-de-monterei is Cupressus macrocarpa. It belongs to the genus Cupressus.

What is the conservation status of cipreste-de-monterei?

cipreste-de-monterei (Cupressus macrocarpa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does cipreste-de-monterei live?

cipreste-de-monterei is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Taiwan, Turkey), Europe (7 countries), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Peru). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, France, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru.

What family does cipreste-de-monterei belong to?

cipreste-de-monterei (Cupressus macrocarpa) belongs to the genus Cupressus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cupressaceae.

Is cipreste-de-monterei endangered?

Yes, cipreste-de-monterei (Cupressus macrocarpa) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does cipreste-de-monterei belong to?

cipreste-de-monterei (Cupressus macrocarpa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of cipreste-de-monterei?

The closest relatives of cipreste-de-monterei in the genus Cupressus include cedrinho, cedro-bastardo, cedro-de-goa, cipestre-do-butão, cipreste.