chinkapin

About

The Chinkapin (Castanea pumila) is a species in the genus Castanea. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (พืชใบเลี้ยงคู่)

Order

Fagales (อันดับก่อ)

Family

Fagaceae (Beech Family)

Genus

Castanea

Species

Castanea pumila (chinkapin)

Names in Other Languages

German pennsylvanische Kastanie

Similar Species in Castanea

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American Chestnut

Castanea dentata

Critically Endangered

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Chinese Chestnut

Castanea mollissima

Least Concern

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Japanese Chestnut

Castanea crenata

Least Concern

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Ozark chinkapin

Castanea ozarkensis

Near Threatened

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European Chestnut

Castanea sativa

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of chinkapin?

The scientific name of chinkapin is Castanea pumila. It belongs to the genus Castanea.

What is the conservation status of chinkapin?

chinkapin (Castanea pumila) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does chinkapin belong to?

chinkapin (Castanea pumila) belongs to the genus Castanea, which is part of the taxonomic family Fagaceae.

Is chinkapin endangered?

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

What kingdom does chinkapin belong to?

chinkapin (Castanea pumila) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of chinkapin?

The closest relatives of chinkapin in the genus Castanea include American Chestnut, Chinese Chestnut, Japanese Chestnut, Ozark chinkapin, European Chestnut.