Tehuantepec ponytail

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (พืช)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (อันดับหน่อไม้ฝรั่ง)

Family

Asparagaceae

Genus

Beaucarnea

Species

Beaucarnea sanctomariana (Tehuantepec ponytail)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Despeinata de Chimalapas

Similar Species in Beaucarnea

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Bottle Palm

Beaucarnea stricta

Vulnerable

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Ponytail palm

Beaucarnea hiriartiae

Critically Endangered

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Ponytail Palm

Beaucarnea gracilis

Endangered

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Stripy Ponytail

Beaucarnea recurvata

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tehuantepec ponytail?

The scientific name of Tehuantepec ponytail is Beaucarnea sanctomariana. It belongs to the genus Beaucarnea.

What is the conservation status of Tehuantepec ponytail?

Tehuantepec ponytail (Beaucarnea sanctomariana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Tehuantepec ponytail belong to?

Tehuantepec ponytail (Beaucarnea sanctomariana) belongs to the genus Beaucarnea, which is part of the taxonomic family Asparagaceae.

Is Tehuantepec ponytail endangered?

Yes, Tehuantepec ponytail (Beaucarnea sanctomariana) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Tehuantepec ponytail belong to?

Tehuantepec ponytail (Beaucarnea sanctomariana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of Tehuantepec ponytail?

The closest relatives of Tehuantepec ponytail in the genus Beaucarnea include Bottle Palm, Ponytail palm, Ponytail Palm, Stripy Ponytail.