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Candlenut

Aleurites moluccanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae β€ΊPhylum: Tracheophyta β€ΊClass: Magnoliopsida β€ΊOrder: Malpighiales β€ΊFamily: Euphorbiaceae β€ΊGenus: Aleurites

About

Aleurites moluccanus (or moluccana), the candlenut, is a flowering tree in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, also known as candleberry, Indian walnut, kemiri, varnish tree, nuez de la India, buah keras, or kukui nut tree, and Kekuna tree.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Candlenut?
The scientific name of Candlenut is Aleurites moluccanus.
What kingdom does Candlenut belong to?
Candlenut belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Candlenut belong to?
Candlenut belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Candlenut belong to?
Candlenut belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Candlenut belong to?
Candlenut belongs to the order Malpighiales.
What family does Candlenut belong to?
Candlenut belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae.
What genus does Candlenut belong to?
Candlenut belongs to the genus Aleurites.