sacred-flower-of-the-Incas

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Ericales (Ericales)

Family

Polemoniaceae

Genus

Cantua

Species

Cantua buxifolia (sacred-flower-of-the-Incas)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cantuta

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sacred-flower-of-the-Incas?

The scientific name of sacred-flower-of-the-Incas is Cantua buxifolia. It belongs to the genus Cantua.

What is the conservation status of sacred-flower-of-the-Incas?

sacred-flower-of-the-Incas (Cantua buxifolia) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does sacred-flower-of-the-Incas belong to?

sacred-flower-of-the-Incas (Cantua buxifolia) belongs to the genus Cantua, which is part of the taxonomic family Polemoniaceae.

Is sacred-flower-of-the-Incas endangered?

No, sacred-flower-of-the-Incas (Cantua buxifolia) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does sacred-flower-of-the-Incas belong to?

sacred-flower-of-the-Incas (Cantua buxifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).