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Calabash Tree

Crescentia cujete

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Lamiales ›Family: Bignoniaceae ›Genus: Crescentia

About

Crescentia cujete, commonly known as the Calabash Tree, is species of flowering plant that is native to Central and South America. It is the national tree of St. Lucia. It is a dicotyledonous plant with simple leaves, which are alternate or in fascicles (clusters) on short shoots. It is naturalized in India.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Calabash Tree?
The scientific name of Calabash Tree is Crescentia cujete.
What is the conservation status of Calabash Tree?
The Calabash Tree has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Calabash Tree belong to?
Calabash Tree belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Calabash Tree belong to?
Calabash Tree belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Calabash Tree belong to?
Calabash Tree belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Calabash Tree belong to?
Calabash Tree belongs to the order Lamiales.
What family does Calabash Tree belong to?
Calabash Tree belongs to the family Bignoniaceae.
What genus does Calabash Tree belong to?
Calabash Tree belongs to the genus Crescentia.