🐾

palmira

Borassus flabellifer

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Chad, Seychelles, and Taiwan.

Names in Other Languages

Spanish palma palmira
French borasse
German Lontaro
Portuguese palmira

Similar Species in Borassus

Explore More

Compare Species

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of palmira?
The scientific name of palmira is Borassus flabellifer. It belongs to the genus Borassus.
Where does palmira live?
palmira is found in Distributed across Chad, Seychelles, and Taiwan.. Countries include Chad, Seychelles, Taiwan.
What family does palmira belong to?
palmira (Borassus flabellifer) belongs to the genus Borassus, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does palmira belong to?
palmira (Borassus flabellifer) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of palmira?
The closest relatives of palmira in the genus Borassus include palmeira-abânico.

Native Range — 3 Countries

Genus Borassus — 2 Species

🐾
palmeira-abânico
Borassus aethiopum
LC
🐾
palmira
Borassus flabellifer
NE

Nature FYI Family

Explore more of the natural world across our sister sites.

Part of the Nature FYI family — FYIPedia