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Smooth Mesquite

Neltuma laevigata

Taxonomy

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

About

Neltuma laevigata (formerly Prosopis laevigata), commonly known as smooth mesquite, is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae, that is native to Mexico and Texas. In Mexico, the species is found in the nation's the central highlands, the lowlands of southern Tamaulipas, and in parts of Oaxaca, Morelos, Puebla, and Chiapas. It grows on a variety of sites on hillslides, in depressions, and along floodplains. It has been spotted growing in the Middle...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Smooth Mesquite?
The scientific name of Smooth Mesquite is Neltuma laevigata.
What is the conservation status of Smooth Mesquite?
The Smooth Mesquite has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Smooth Mesquite belong to?
Smooth Mesquite belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Smooth Mesquite belong to?
Smooth Mesquite belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Smooth Mesquite belong to?
Smooth Mesquite belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Smooth Mesquite belong to?
Smooth Mesquite belongs to the order Fabales.
What family does Smooth Mesquite belong to?
Smooth Mesquite belongs to the family Fabaceae.
What genus does Smooth Mesquite belong to?
Smooth Mesquite belongs to the genus Neltuma.