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Cajeput tree

Melaleuca linariifolia

Least Concern

About

The Cajeput tree (Melaleuca linariifolia) is a species in the genus Melaleuca. 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.

Distributed across Brazil, South Africa, Taiwan, and United States.

🇧🇷 Brazil 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Melaleuca linariifolia (Cajeput tree)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese floco-de-neve

Similar Species in Melaleuca

Bracelet honey myrtle

Brown-leaved Paperbark

Melaleuca viridiflora

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cajeput tree?

The scientific name of Cajeput tree is Melaleuca linariifolia. It belongs to the genus Melaleuca.

What is the conservation status of Cajeput tree?

Cajeput tree (Melaleuca linariifolia) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cajeput tree live?

Cajeput tree is found in Distributed across Brazil, South Africa, Taiwan, and United States.. Countries include Brazil, South Africa, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Cajeput tree belong to?

Cajeput tree (Melaleuca linariifolia) belongs to the genus Melaleuca, which is part of the taxonomic family Myrtaceae.

Is Cajeput tree endangered?

No, Cajeput tree (Melaleuca linariifolia) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Cajeput tree belong to?

Cajeput tree (Melaleuca linariifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Cajeput tree?

The closest relatives of Cajeput tree in the genus Melaleuca include Black Tea-tree, Bracelet honey myrtle, broom honey myrtle, Brown-leaved Paperbark, Cajuput.