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Black Cottonwood

Populus nigra

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The Black Cottonwood (Populus nigra) is a species in the genus Populus. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions. Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (16 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (16 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

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Names in Other Languages

French peuplier noir
German Schwarzpappel
Portuguese choupo-preto

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Cottonwood?
The scientific name of Black Cottonwood is Populus nigra. It belongs to the genus Populus.
Where does Black Cottonwood live?
Black Cottonwood is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, South Africa), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (16 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Denmark, Estonia, France.
What family does Black Cottonwood belong to?
Black Cottonwood (Populus nigra) belongs to the genus Populus, which is part of the taxonomic family Salicaceae.
What kingdom does Black Cottonwood belong to?
Black Cottonwood (Populus nigra) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (растения).
What are the closest relatives of Black Cottonwood?
The closest relatives of Black Cottonwood in the genus Populus include Abele, American Aspen, Balm Of Gilead, Balm-Of-Gilead, Big-Toothed Aspen.

Native Range — 27 Countries

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