Most endangered trees in the Middle East

Most endangered tree species in the Middle East

Here are some of the most endangered tree species in the Middle East

• Phoenix dactylifera (Date Palm) – This species is native to the deserts of the Middle East and is a culturally important tree that is widely cultivated for its sweet fruit. The Date Palm is threatened by habitat loss, disease, and over-exploitation.
• Cedrus libani (Cedar of Lebanon) – This species is native to the mountains of the eastern Mediterranean and is an important cultural and ecological symbol in the region. The Cedar of Lebanon is threatened by habitat loss, disease, and over-exploitation for its valuable wood.
• Pistacia atlantica (Atlas Pistachio) – This species is native to the dry and semi-arid regions of the eastern Mediterranean and is threatened by habitat loss, disease, and over-exploitation for its nuts.
• Olea europaea subsp. cuspidata (Asian Wild Olive) – This species is native to the mountains of the eastern Mediterranean and is threatened by habitat loss, disease, and over-exploitation for its fruit and wood.
• Ceratonia siliqua (Carob Tree) – This species is native to the eastern Mediterranean and is threatened by habitat loss, disease, and over-exploitation for its fruit and wood.

The Middle East is home to a unique and important mix of species, and many of them are facing significant threats from human activities such as deforestation, over-exploitation, and climate change. Conservation efforts are needed to ensure the survival of these and other important species in the region.

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