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Fox tail agave

Agave attenuata

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate coniferous forests within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Italy, Portugal, Spain), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Agave attenuata (Fox tail agave)

Names in Other Languages

German Drachenbaum-Agave

Portuguese agave-dragão

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fox tail agave?

The scientific name of Fox tail agave is Agave attenuata. It belongs to the genus Agave.

What is the conservation status of Fox tail agave?

Fox tail agave (Agave attenuata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Fox tail agave live?

Fox tail agave is found in Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Italy, Portugal, Spain), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Algeria, Australia, Brazil, Italy, Kenya, Malawi, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Taiwan.

What family does Fox tail agave belong to?

Fox tail agave (Agave attenuata) belongs to the genus Agave, which is part of the taxonomic family Asparagaceae.

Is Fox tail agave endangered?

No, Fox tail agave (Agave attenuata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Fox tail agave belong to?

Fox tail agave (Agave attenuata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Fox tail agave?

The closest relatives of Fox tail agave in the genus Agave include Centuryplant, Palmer agave, rough agave, Sisal hemp, henequen.