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Pomegranate

Punica granatum

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (17 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Marshall Islands), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Punica granatum (Pomegranate)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish romazeira

French Grenadier

German Granatapfelbaum

Portuguese romeira

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pomegranate?

The scientific name of Pomegranate is Punica granatum. It belongs to the genus Punica.

Where does Pomegranate live?

Pomegranate is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (17 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Marshall Islands), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Albania, Australia, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Chad, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus.

What family does Pomegranate belong to?

Pomegranate (Punica granatum) belongs to the genus Punica, which is part of the taxonomic family Lythraceae.

What kingdom does Pomegranate belong to?

Pomegranate (Punica granatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Pomegranate?

The closest relatives of Pomegranate in the genus Punica include Pomegranate Tree.