534 observationsVulnerable
Azores juniper
Juniperus brevifolia
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Pinopsida ›Order: Pinales ›Family: Cupressaceae ›Genus: Juniperus
About
Juniperus brevifolia, the Azores juniper, is a species of juniper, endemic to the Azores (on Flores, Corvo, Faial, Flores, Pico, Santa Maria, São Jorge, São Miguel, and Terceira), where it occurs at altitudes of 240–800 m, rarely up to 1,500 m. It is closely related to Juniperus oxycedrus (Prickly Juniper) of the Mediterranean region and Juniperus cedrus (Canary Islands Juniper) of the Canary Islands. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Azores juniper is Juniperus brevifolia.
- The Azores juniper has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
- Azores juniper belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Azores juniper belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- Azores juniper belongs to the class Pinopsida.
- Azores juniper belongs to the order Pinales.
- Azores juniper belongs to the family Cupressaceae.
- Azores juniper belongs to the genus Juniperus.