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Eastern Cape Cycad

Encephalartos altensteinii

Vulnerable

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Similar Species in Encephalartos

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Albany Cycad
Encephalartos latifrons
Critically Endangered
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Alexandria Cycad
Encephalartos arenarius
Endangered
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Barberton Cycad
Encephalartos paucidentatus
Vulnerable
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Blue Cycad
Encephalartos nubimontanus
Extinct in the Wild
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Blyde River Cycad
Encephalartos cupidus
Critically Endangered
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Bushman's River Cycad
Encephalartos trispinosus
Vulnerable
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Chimanimani Cycad
Encephalartos chimanimaniensis
Endangered
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Drakensberg Cycad
Encephalartos ghellinckii
Vulnerable
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Encephalartos
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Cape Cycad?
The scientific name of Eastern Cape Cycad is Encephalartos altensteinii. It belongs to the genus Encephalartos.
What is the conservation status of Eastern Cape Cycad?
Eastern Cape Cycad (Encephalartos altensteinii) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Eastern Cape Cycad belong to?
Eastern Cape Cycad (Encephalartos altensteinii) belongs to the genus Encephalartos, which is part of the taxonomic family Zamiaceae.
Is Eastern Cape Cycad endangered?
Yes, Eastern Cape Cycad (Encephalartos altensteinii) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Eastern Cape Cycad belong to?
Eastern Cape Cycad (Encephalartos altensteinii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Eastern Cape Cycad?
The closest relatives of Eastern Cape Cycad in the genus Encephalartos include Albany Cycad, Alexandria Cycad, Barberton Cycad, Blue Cycad, Blyde River Cycad.

Genus Encephalartos — 20 Species

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Albany Cycad
Encephalartos latifrons
CR 🐾
Alexandria Cycad
Encephalartos arenarius
EN 🐾
Barberton Cycad
Encephalartos paucidentatus
VU 🐾
Blue Cycad
Encephalartos nubimontanus
EW 🐾
Blyde River Cycad
Encephalartos cupidus
CR 🐾
Bushman's River Cycad
Encephalartos trispinosus
VU 🐾
Chimanimani Cycad
Encephalartos chimanimaniensis
EN 🐾
Drakensberg Cycad
Encephalartos ghellinckii
VU 🐾
Dwarf Cycad
Encephalartos humilis
VU 🐾
Eastern Cape Blue Cycad
Encephalartos horridus
EN
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Eastern Cape Cycad
Encephalartos altensteinii
VU
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Eastern Cape Dwarf Cycad
Encephalartos caffer
NT 🐾
Escarpment Cycad
Encephalartos brevifoliolatus
EW 🐾
Gorongo Cycad
Encephalartos manikensis
VU 🐾
Heenan's Cycad
Encephalartos heenanii
EW 🐾
Ituri Forest Cycad
Encephalartos ituriensis
VU 🐾
Jozini Cycad
Encephalartos senticosus
VU 🐾
Kaapsehoop Cycad
Encephalartos laevifolius
CR 🐾
Kananga Cycad
Encephalartos poggei
LC 🐾
Karoo Cycad
Encephalartos lehmannii
VU
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