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hairy rupture-wort

Herniaria hirsuta

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate grasslands and steppes, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Europe (13 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Argentina). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

French herniaire velue
German Behaartes Bruchkraut

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of hairy rupture-wort?
The scientific name of hairy rupture-wort is Herniaria hirsuta. It belongs to the genus Herniaria.
What is the conservation status of hairy rupture-wort?
hairy rupture-wort (Herniaria hirsuta) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does hairy rupture-wort live?
hairy rupture-wort is found in Widely distributed across Europe (13 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Argentina). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Russia.
What family does hairy rupture-wort belong to?
hairy rupture-wort (Herniaria hirsuta) belongs to the genus Herniaria, which is part of the taxonomic family Caryophyllaceae.
What kingdom does hairy rupture-wort belong to?
hairy rupture-wort (Herniaria hirsuta) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).
What are the closest relatives of hairy rupture-wort?
The closest relatives of hairy rupture-wort in the genus Herniaria include Gray rupturewort, Hairy rupturewort, smoother rupture-wort, Fringed Rupture-Wort.

Native Range — 15 Countries

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