83 observationsVulnerable
Manambe palm
Dypsis decipiens
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Liliopsida βΊOrder: Arecales βΊFamily: Arecaceae βΊGenus: Dypsis
About
The Manambe palm (Dypsis decipiens) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is found only in the central highlands of Madagascar, between Fianarantsoa and Andilamena. The species is threatened by habitat loss, increasing frequency of fires, and over-exploitation of its seeds for the horticultural trade.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Manambe palm is Dypsis decipiens.
- The Manambe palm has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
- Manambe palm belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Manambe palm belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- Manambe palm belongs to the class Liliopsida.
- Manambe palm belongs to the order Arecales.
- Manambe palm belongs to the family Arecaceae.
- Manambe palm belongs to the genus Dypsis.