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Japanese raisintree

Hovenia dulcis

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Kenya, Tanzania), Asia (Georgia, India), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish sarmiento japonés
German Quaffbirne
Portuguese caju-japonês

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese raisintree?
The scientific name of Japanese raisintree is Hovenia dulcis. It belongs to the genus Hovenia.
What is the conservation status of Japanese raisintree?
Japanese raisintree (Hovenia dulcis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Japanese raisintree live?
Japanese raisintree is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Kenya, Tanzania), Asia (Georgia, India), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Georgia, India, Kenya, Tanzania, United States.
What family does Japanese raisintree belong to?
Japanese raisintree (Hovenia dulcis) belongs to the genus Hovenia, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhamnaceae.
Is Japanese raisintree endangered?
No, Japanese raisintree (Hovenia dulcis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Japanese raisintree belong to?
Japanese raisintree (Hovenia dulcis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

Native Range — 8 Countries

Genus Hovenia — 1 Species

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Japanese raisintree
Hovenia dulcis
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