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Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle

Eugenia umtamvunensis

Vulnerable
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Similar Species in Eugenia

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Bastard Blackberry
Eugenia procera
Least Concern
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Birds Berry
Eugenia monticola
Least Concern
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cherry-of-the-Rio Grande
Eugenia involucrata
Least Concern
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cherry-of-the-Rio-Grande
Eugenia cerasiflora
Not Evaluated
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Choaky Berry
Eugenia axillaris
Least Concern
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Earhart’s Stopper
Eugenia earhartii
Critically Endangered
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Grumichama
Eugenia brasiliensis
Not Evaluated
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Large-leaved Myrtle
Eugenia erythrophylla
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle?
The scientific name of Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle is Eugenia umtamvunensis. It belongs to the genus Eugenia.
What is the conservation status of Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle?
Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle (Eugenia umtamvunensis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle belong to?
Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle (Eugenia umtamvunensis) belongs to the genus Eugenia, which is part of the taxonomic family Myrtaceae.
Is Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle endangered?
Yes, Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle (Eugenia umtamvunensis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle belong to?
Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle (Eugenia umtamvunensis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle?
The closest relatives of Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle in the genus Eugenia include Bastard Blackberry, Birds Berry, cherry-of-the-Rio Grande, cherry-of-the-Rio-Grande, Choaky Berry.

Genus Eugenia — 15 Species

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Bastard Blackberry
Eugenia procera
LC 🐾
Birds Berry
Eugenia monticola
LC 🐾
cherry-of-the-Rio Grande
Eugenia involucrata
LC 🐾
cherry-of-the-Rio-Grande
Eugenia cerasiflora
NE 🐾
Choaky Berry
Eugenia axillaris
LC 🐾
Earhart’s Stopper
Eugenia earhartii
CR 🐾
Grumichama
Eugenia brasiliensis
NE 🐾
Large-leaved Myrtle
Eugenia erythrophylla
NT 🐾
Paper-bark Myrtle
Eugenia zuluensis
LC 🐾
Pigeon Berry
Eugenia rhombea
LC 🐾
privet stopper
Eugenia ligustrina
NE 🐾
Small-leaved Myrtle
Eugenia verdoorniae
NT 🐾
Surinam cherry
Eugenia uniflora
NE
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Thick-leaved Forest Myrtle
Eugenia umtamvunensis
VU
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white wattling
Eugenia foetida
LC
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