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wax palm

Ceroxylon alpinum

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (plantas)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Liliopsida (Monocots)
Order
Arecales (Arecales)
Family
Arecaceae
Genus
Ceroxylon
Species
Ceroxylon alpinum (wax palm)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish palma blanca
French palmier à cire
German Wachspalme

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of wax palm?
The scientific name of wax palm is Ceroxylon alpinum. It belongs to the genus Ceroxylon.
What is the conservation status of wax palm?
wax palm (Ceroxylon alpinum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does wax palm live?
wax palm is found in Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia.
What family does wax palm belong to?
wax palm (Ceroxylon alpinum) belongs to the genus Ceroxylon, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
Is wax palm endangered?
Yes, wax palm (Ceroxylon alpinum) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does wax palm belong to?
wax palm (Ceroxylon alpinum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Ceroxylon — 1 Species

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