Beaucarnea stricta
Species of flowering plant
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Beaucarnea stricta is a tree in the family Asparagaceae, native to Mexico. The specific epithet stricta means "straight, thin", referring to the leaves.[1]
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Embryophytes |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Order: | Asparagales |
| Family: | Asparagaceae |
| Subfamily: | Convallarioideae |
| Genus: | Beaucarnea |
| Species: | B. stricta |
| Binomial name | |
| Beaucarnea stricta | |
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Description
Beaucarnea stricta grows up to 10 metres (30 ft) tall. The stem widens to a large, circular base. The leaves are long, straight and thin.[1]
Distribution and habitat
Conservation
Beaucarnea stricta has been assessed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. It is threatened by conversion of its habitat for agriculture. It is also threatened by illegal harvesting for the ornamental plant trade. The species' range includes the Tehuacán-Cuicatlán Biosphere Reserve.[1]
