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yellow latan

Latania verschaffeltii

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Seychelles and Taiwan. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Latania verschaffeltii (yellow latan)

Names in Other Languages

French Latanier de Rodrigues

German gelbe Latanie

Similar Species in Latania

palmeira-latânia-vermelha

Latania lontaroides

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of yellow latan?

The scientific name of yellow latan is Latania verschaffeltii. It belongs to the genus Latania.

What is the conservation status of yellow latan?

yellow latan (Latania verschaffeltii) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does yellow latan live?

yellow latan is found in Distributed across Seychelles and Taiwan. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Seychelles, Taiwan.

What family does yellow latan belong to?

yellow latan (Latania verschaffeltii) belongs to the genus Latania, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.

Is yellow latan endangered?

Yes, yellow latan (Latania verschaffeltii) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does yellow latan belong to?

yellow latan (Latania verschaffeltii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of yellow latan?

The closest relatives of yellow latan in the genus Latania include latânia-azulada, palmeira-latânia-vermelha.