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Abarema longipedunculata
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Conservation status
Scientific classification
Genus:
Abarema
Species:
longipedunculata
Synonyms

Pithecellobium longipedunculatum H.S.Irwin

Abarema longipedunculata is a special type of plant. It belongs to the legume family, also known as Fabaceae. This plant is found only in one specific place on Earth: the Bolívar state in Venezuela.

About Abarema longipedunculata

Abarema longipedunculata is a plant that is part of the large Fabaceae family. You might know other plants in this family, like peas, beans, or peanuts. These plants are often called legumes because they produce their seeds inside pods.

What is a Legume?

Legumes are plants that have a unique way of growing their seeds. They form their seeds inside a special casing called a pod. Think of a pea pod or a bean pod. This is a key feature of the Fabaceae family. Many legumes are important for food around the world.

Where This Plant Lives

Abarema longipedunculata is considered endemic to Bolívar, Venezuela. When a plant or animal is endemic, it means it naturally lives only in that specific area and nowhere else in the world.

Bolívar, Venezuela

Bolívar is a large state in the country of Venezuela, located in South America. It is known for its diverse natural environments, including forests and savannas. The specific conditions in Bolívar are just right for Abarema longipedunculata to grow.

Conservation Status

The conservation status of Abarema longipedunculata is listed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN. This means that, for now, the plant is not considered to be at high risk of disappearing from the wild. However, scientists continue to monitor plants like this to make sure they stay safe in their natural homes.

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