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African tuliptree

Spathodea campanulata

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The African tuliptree (Spathodea campanulata) is a species in the genus Spathodea. Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests spanning the Afrotropic and Neotropic realms.

Widely distributed across Africa (15 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (Norway, Portugal, Sweden), North America (14 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (11 countries), and South America (6 countries).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish tulipán africano
French tulipier du Gabon
German afrikanischer Tulpenbaum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African tuliptree?
The scientific name of African tuliptree is Spathodea campanulata. It belongs to the genus Spathodea.
Where does African tuliptree live?
African tuliptree is found in Widely distributed across Africa (15 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (Norway, Portugal, Sweden), North America (14 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (11 countries), and South America (6 countries).. Countries include Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Brazil, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Chad, Colombia.
What family does African tuliptree belong to?
African tuliptree (Spathodea campanulata) belongs to the genus Spathodea, which is part of the taxonomic family Bignoniaceae.
What kingdom does African tuliptree belong to?
African tuliptree (Spathodea campanulata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

Native Range — 56 Countries

Genus Spathodea — 1 Species

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African tuliptree
Spathodea campanulata
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