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Alpen-Binse

Juncus alpinoarticulatus

Critically Endangered

About

The Alpine Rush (Juncus alpinoarticulatus) is a species in the genus Juncus. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and boreal forests and taiga within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations. Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and boreal forests and taiga within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇮🇸 Iceland 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Süßgrasartige)

Species

Juncus alpinoarticulatus (Alpen-Binse)

Names in Other Languages

French jonc des alpes

German Alpen-Binse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alpen-Binse?

The scientific name of Alpen-Binse is Juncus alpinoarticulatus. It belongs to the genus Juncus.

What is the conservation status of Alpen-Binse?

Alpen-Binse (Juncus alpinoarticulatus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Alpen-Binse live?

Alpen-Binse is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Alpen-Binse belong to?

Alpen-Binse (Juncus alpinoarticulatus) belongs to the genus Juncus, which is part of the taxonomic family Juncaceae.

Is Alpen-Binse endangered?

Yes, Alpen-Binse (Juncus alpinoarticulatus) 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 Alpen-Binse belong to?

Alpen-Binse (Juncus alpinoarticulatus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Alpen-Binse?

The closest relatives of Alpen-Binse in the genus Juncus include Baltische Binse, Blaugrüne Binse, Dreiblütige Binse, Dudley-Binse, Faden-Binse.