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Madras Thorn

Pithecellobium dulce

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fabales ›Family: Fabaceae ›Genus: Pithecellobium

About

Pithecellobium dulce is a species of flowering plant in the pea family, Fabaceae, that is native to the Pacific Coast and adjacent highlands of Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. It is an Introduced species and extensively naturalized in the Caribbean, Florida, Guam, India, Bangladesh and the Philippines. It is considered an invasive species in Hawaii.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Madras Thorn?
The scientific name of Madras Thorn is Pithecellobium dulce.
What is the conservation status of Madras Thorn?
The Madras Thorn has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Madras Thorn belong to?
Madras Thorn belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Madras Thorn belong to?
Madras Thorn belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Madras Thorn belong to?
Madras Thorn belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Madras Thorn belong to?
Madras Thorn belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does Madras Thorn belong to?
Madras Thorn belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does Madras Thorn belong to?
Madras Thorn belongs to the genus Pithecellobium.