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Atlas Cedar

Cedrus atlantica

Endangered

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The Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) is a species in the genus Cedrus. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 9 distinct biome types spanning the

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 9 distinct biome types spanning the Neotropic and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Turkey), Europe (10 countries), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Class

Pinopsida (Conifers)

Order

Pinales (Pines & Allies)

Family

Pinaceae (Pine Family)

Genus

Cedrus

Species

Cedrus atlantica (Atlas Cedar)

Names in Other Languages

French Cèdre de l'Atlantique

German Atlaszeder

Portuguese cedro-do-atlas

Arabic Arz atlassi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlas Cedar?

The scientific name of Atlas Cedar is Cedrus atlantica. It belongs to the genus Cedrus.

What is the conservation status of Atlas Cedar?

Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Atlas Cedar live?

Atlas Cedar is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Turkey), Europe (10 countries), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Armenia, Belgium, Brazil, Croatia, France, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal.

What family does Atlas Cedar belong to?

Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) belongs to the genus Cedrus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pinaceae.

Is Atlas Cedar endangered?

Yes, Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Atlas Cedar belong to?

Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Atlas Cedar?

The closest relatives of Atlas Cedar in the genus Cedrus include Cedar-of-Lebanon, Deodar.