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African tamarisk

Tamarix africana

Least Concern

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The African tamarisk (Tamarix africana) is a species in the genus Tamarix. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Caryophyllales)

Species

Tamarix africana (African tamarisk)

Similar Species in Tamarix

Canary island tamarisk

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African tamarisk?

The scientific name of African tamarisk is Tamarix africana. It belongs to the genus Tamarix.

What is the conservation status of African tamarisk?

African tamarisk (Tamarix africana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does African tamarisk live?

African tamarisk is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Croatia, France, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States.

What family does African tamarisk belong to?

African tamarisk (Tamarix africana) belongs to the genus Tamarix, which is part of the taxonomic family Tamaricaceae.

Is African tamarisk endangered?

No, African tamarisk (Tamarix africana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does African tamarisk belong to?

African tamarisk (Tamarix africana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of African tamarisk?

The closest relatives of African tamarisk in the genus Tamarix include Athel tamarisk, Canary island tamarisk, Five-stamen tamarisk, Four-stamen tamarisk, Hampe’s tamarisk.