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West African Cordia

Cordia platythyrsa

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇬🇳 Guinea

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (bitki)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Boraginales (Boraginales)

Species

Cordia platythyrsa (West African Cordia)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of West African Cordia?

The scientific name of West African Cordia is Cordia platythyrsa. It belongs to the genus Cordia.

What is the conservation status of West African Cordia?

West African Cordia (Cordia platythyrsa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does West African Cordia live?

West African Cordia is found in Found in Guinea. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Guinea.

What family does West African Cordia belong to?

West African Cordia (Cordia platythyrsa) belongs to the genus Cordia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cordiaceae.

Is West African Cordia endangered?

Yes, West African Cordia (Cordia platythyrsa) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does West African Cordia belong to?

West African Cordia (Cordia platythyrsa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (bitki).

What are the closest relatives of West African Cordia?

The closest relatives of West African Cordia in the genus Cordia include baria, Assyrian plum, Clam Cherry, Clammy Cherry, Large-leaved Cordia.