🌿Native Nature

Anacahuita

Cordia boissieri

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Boraginales ›Family: Boraginaceae ›Genus: Cordia

About

Cordia boissieri is a species of flowering shrub or small tree in the borage family, Boraginaceae. Its native range extends from southern Texas in the United States south to central Mexico. Common names include anacahuita, Mexican olive, white cordia, and Texas wild olive. It is named after botanist Pierre Edmond Boissier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Anacahuita?
The scientific name of Anacahuita is Cordia boissieri.
What is the conservation status of Anacahuita?
The Anacahuita has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Anacahuita belong to?
Anacahuita belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Anacahuita belong to?
Anacahuita belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Anacahuita belong to?
Anacahuita belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Anacahuita belong to?
Anacahuita belongs to the order Boraginales.
What family does Anacahuita belong to?
Anacahuita belongs to the family Boraginaceae.
What genus does Anacahuita belong to?
Anacahuita belongs to the genus Cordia.