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Desert Ironwood

Olneya tesota

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Palo Fierro

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bitki
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Flowering Plants
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Dicots
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Legumes & Allies
Order
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Fabaceae
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Olneya
Genus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Desert Ironwood?
The scientific name of Desert Ironwood is Olneya tesota. It belongs to the genus Olneya.
What is the conservation status of Desert Ironwood?
Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Desert Ironwood belong to?
Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota) belongs to the genus Olneya, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.
What kingdom does Desert Ironwood belong to?
Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

Genus Olneya — 1 Species

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Desert Ironwood
Olneya tesota
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