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ivory palm

Phytelephas aequatorialis

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Found in Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (พืช)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Liliopsida (Monocots)
Order
Arecales (Arecales)
Family
Arecaceae
Genus
Phytelephas
Species
Phytelephas aequatorialis (ivory palm)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tagua

Similar Species in Phytelephas

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ivory palm
Phytelephas macrocarpa
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ivory palm?
The scientific name of ivory palm is Phytelephas aequatorialis. It belongs to the genus Phytelephas.
What is the conservation status of ivory palm?
ivory palm (Phytelephas aequatorialis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does ivory palm live?
ivory palm is found in Found in Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Ecuador.
What family does ivory palm belong to?
ivory palm (Phytelephas aequatorialis) belongs to the genus Phytelephas, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does ivory palm belong to?
ivory palm (Phytelephas aequatorialis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).
What are the closest relatives of ivory palm?
The closest relatives of ivory palm in the genus Phytelephas include ivory palm.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Phytelephas — 2 Species

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ivory palm
Phytelephas macrocarpa
NT
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ivory palm
Phytelephas aequatorialis
NT
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