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Gunpowder tree

Melochia umbellata

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests within the Australasia biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Micronesia, Palau, Papua New Guinea, and United States.

🇫🇲 Micronesia 🇵🇼 Palau 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Melochia umbellata (Gunpowder tree)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gunpowder tree?

The scientific name of Gunpowder tree is Melochia umbellata. It belongs to the genus Melochia.

What is the conservation status of Gunpowder tree?

Gunpowder tree (Melochia umbellata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gunpowder tree live?

Gunpowder tree is found in Distributed across Micronesia, Palau, Papua New Guinea, and United States.. Countries include Micronesia, Palau, Papua New Guinea, United States.

What family does Gunpowder tree belong to?

Gunpowder tree (Melochia umbellata) belongs to the genus Melochia, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.

Is Gunpowder tree endangered?

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

What kingdom does Gunpowder tree belong to?

Gunpowder tree (Melochia umbellata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Gunpowder tree?

The closest relatives of Gunpowder tree in the genus Melochia include Black Torch, Chocolateweed, Pyramidflower.