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ivory palm

Phytelephas macrocarpa

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Brazil and Colombia. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (植物)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)
Class
Liliopsida (百合纲)
Order
Arecales (棕榈目)
Family
Arecaceae
Genus
Phytelephas
Species
Phytelephas macrocarpa (ivory palm)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish palma de marfil
French ivoire végétal
German Steinnußpalme
Portuguese jarina

Similar Species in Phytelephas

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ivory palm
Phytelephas aequatorialis
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ivory palm?
The scientific name of ivory palm is Phytelephas macrocarpa. It belongs to the genus Phytelephas.
What is the conservation status of ivory palm?
ivory palm (Phytelephas macrocarpa) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does ivory palm live?
ivory palm is found in Distributed across Brazil and Colombia. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Brazil, Colombia.
What family does ivory palm belong to?
ivory palm (Phytelephas macrocarpa) belongs to the genus Phytelephas, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does ivory palm belong to?
ivory palm (Phytelephas macrocarpa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of ivory palm?
The closest relatives of ivory palm in the genus Phytelephas include ivory palm.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Phytelephas — 2 Species

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ivory palm
Phytelephas macrocarpa
NT
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ivory palm
Phytelephas aequatorialis
NT
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