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Walnut

Juglans regia

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (6 countries), Europe (23 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fagales (Beeches & Oaks)

Species

Juglans regia (Walnut)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish nogal común

French Noyer

German Echte Walnuss

Portuguese nogueira-comum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Walnut?

The scientific name of Walnut is Juglans regia. It belongs to the genus Juglans.

What is the conservation status of Walnut?

Walnut (Juglans regia) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Walnut live?

Walnut is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya), Asia (6 countries), Europe (23 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Walnut belong to?

Walnut (Juglans regia) belongs to the genus Juglans, which is part of the taxonomic family Juglandaceae.

Is Walnut endangered?

No, Walnut (Juglans regia) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Walnut belong to?

Walnut (Juglans regia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Walnut?

The closest relatives of Walnut in the genus Juglans include American Walnut, Andean walnut, Argentine walnut, Arizona Walnut, Butternut.