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Merkus's Pine

Pinus merkusii

Vulnerable

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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 4 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Indomalayan realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across India, Indonesia, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇮🇳 India 🇮🇩 Indonesia 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Coniferophyta (Conifers)

Class

Pinopsida (Conifers)

Order

Pinales (Pines & Allies)

Family

Pinaceae (Pine Family)

Genus

Pinus (Pines)

Species

Pinus merkusii (Merkus's Pine)

Names in Other Languages

German Merkus Kiefer

Indonesian Damar Batu

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Merkus's Pine?

The scientific name of Merkus's Pine is Pinus merkusii. It belongs to the genus Pinus.

What is the conservation status of Merkus's Pine?

Merkus's Pine (Pinus merkusii) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Merkus's Pine live?

Merkus's Pine is found in Distributed across India, Indonesia, and Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include India, Indonesia, Taiwan.

What family does Merkus's Pine belong to?

Merkus's Pine (Pinus merkusii) belongs to the genus Pinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Pinaceae.

Is Merkus's Pine endangered?

Yes, Merkus's Pine (Pinus merkusii) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Merkus's Pine belong to?

Merkus's Pine (Pinus merkusii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Merkus's Pine?

The closest relatives of Merkus's Pine in the genus Pinus include Aleppo pine, Amami Pine, American Red Pine, Apache Pine, Arizona Pine.