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Blauer Eisenhut

Aconitum napellus

Critically Endangered

About

The Aconite (Aconitum napellus) is a species in the genus Aconitum. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also fo.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (12 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish acónito común
French aconit napel
German Blauer Eisenhut

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blauer Eisenhut?
The scientific name of Blauer Eisenhut is Aconitum napellus. It belongs to the genus Aconitum.
What is the conservation status of Blauer Eisenhut?
Blauer Eisenhut (Aconitum napellus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Blauer Eisenhut live?
Blauer Eisenhut is found in Found across Europe (12 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Netherlands.
What family does Blauer Eisenhut belong to?
Blauer Eisenhut (Aconitum napellus) belongs to the genus Aconitum, which is part of the taxonomic family Ranunculaceae.
Is Blauer Eisenhut endangered?
Yes, Blauer Eisenhut (Aconitum napellus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Blauer Eisenhut belong to?
Blauer Eisenhut (Aconitum napellus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Blauer Eisenhut?
The closest relatives of Blauer Eisenhut in the genus Aconitum include Bunter Eisenhut, Garten-Eisenhut, Gelber Eisenhut i.w.S., trailing wolfsbane.

Native Range — 14 Countries

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