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Teosinte

Zea luxurians

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (thực vật)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (bộ Hòa thảo)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Zea

Species

Zea luxurians (Teosinte)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Maíz de Dios

Similar Species in Zea

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Perennial teosinte

Zea perennis

Critically Endangered

Diploperennial Teosinte

Zea diploperennis

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Teosinte?

The scientific name of Teosinte is Zea luxurians. It belongs to the genus Zea.

What is the conservation status of Teosinte?

Teosinte (Zea luxurians) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Teosinte live?

Teosinte is found in Distributed across Brazil, Colombia, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, United States.

What family does Teosinte belong to?

Teosinte (Zea luxurians) belongs to the genus Zea, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is Teosinte endangered?

Yes, Teosinte (Zea luxurians) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Teosinte belong to?

Teosinte (Zea luxurians) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (thực vật).

What are the closest relatives of Teosinte?

The closest relatives of Teosinte in the genus Zea include Perennial teosinte, Corn, Diploperennial Teosinte.