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Tana River Poplar

Populus ilicifolia

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Kenya. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇰🇪 Kenya

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Malpighiales (Malpighiales)

Species

Populus ilicifolia (Tana River Poplar)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tana River Poplar?

The scientific name of Tana River Poplar is Populus ilicifolia. It belongs to the genus Populus.

What is the conservation status of Tana River Poplar?

Tana River Poplar (Populus ilicifolia) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Tana River Poplar live?

Tana River Poplar is found in Found in Kenya. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Kenya.

What family does Tana River Poplar belong to?

Tana River Poplar (Populus ilicifolia) belongs to the genus Populus, which is part of the taxonomic family Salicaceae.

Is Tana River Poplar endangered?

Yes, Tana River Poplar (Populus ilicifolia) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Tana River Poplar belong to?

Tana River Poplar (Populus ilicifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of Tana River Poplar?

The closest relatives of Tana River Poplar in the genus Populus include Abele, American Aspen, Balm Of Gilead, Balm-Of-Gilead, Big-Toothed Aspen.