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Chinese privet

Ligustrum sinense

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The Chinese Privet (Ligustrum sinense) is a species in the genus Ligustrum. Native to Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, and Fiji.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius, South Africa), Asia (Georgia, Taiwan, Thailand), Europe (8 countries), North America (Mexico, Panama, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Ligustrum sinense (Chinese privet)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese alfeneirinho

Similar Species in Ligustrum

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Border Privet

Ligustrum obtusifolium

Ligustrum ovalifolium

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chinese privet?

The scientific name of Chinese privet is Ligustrum sinense. It belongs to the genus Ligustrum.

Where does Chinese privet live?

Chinese privet is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Mauritius, South Africa), Asia (Georgia, Taiwan, Thailand), Europe (8 countries), North America (Mexico, Panama, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (6 countries), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Fiji, France, Georgia, Italy, Mauritius, Mexico.

What family does Chinese privet belong to?

Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense) belongs to the genus Ligustrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Oleaceae.

What kingdom does Chinese privet belong to?

Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of Chinese privet?

The closest relatives of Chinese privet in the genus Ligustrum include Border Privet, Glossy privet, Japanese privet, California Privet, Common Privet.