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Rice-paper plant

Tetrapanax papyrifer

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (India, Iraq, Japan), Europe (Portugal), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish aralia
French aralie à papier
German Reispapierbaum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rice-paper plant?
The scientific name of Rice-paper plant is Tetrapanax papyrifer. It belongs to the genus Tetrapanax.
What is the conservation status of Rice-paper plant?
Rice-paper plant (Tetrapanax papyrifer) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Rice-paper plant live?
Rice-paper plant is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (India, Iraq, Japan), Europe (Portugal), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Colombia, India, Iraq, Japan, Portugal, South Africa, United States.
What family does Rice-paper plant belong to?
Rice-paper plant (Tetrapanax papyrifer) belongs to the genus Tetrapanax, which is part of the taxonomic family Araliaceae.
Is Rice-paper plant endangered?
No, Rice-paper plant (Tetrapanax papyrifer) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Rice-paper plant belong to?
Rice-paper plant (Tetrapanax papyrifer) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

Native Range — 8 Countries

Genus Tetrapanax — 1 Species

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Rice-paper plant
Tetrapanax papyrifer
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