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Sauerkirsche

Prunus cerasus

Least Concern

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The Amarelle Cherry (Prunus cerasus) is a species in the genus Prunus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Turkey), Europe (31 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Rosenartige)

Family

Rosaceae (Rose Family)

Genus

Prunus (Cherries & Plums)

Species

Prunus cerasus (Sauerkirsche)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish ginjeira

French Cerisier acide

German Sauerkirsche

Portuguese ginjeira

Turkish Visne

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sauerkirsche?

The scientific name of Sauerkirsche is Prunus cerasus. It belongs to the genus Prunus.

What is the conservation status of Sauerkirsche?

Sauerkirsche (Prunus cerasus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Sauerkirsche live?

Sauerkirsche is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Armenia, Turkey), Europe (31 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).. Countries include Albania, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Sauerkirsche belong to?

Sauerkirsche (Prunus cerasus) belongs to the genus Prunus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rosaceae.

Is Sauerkirsche endangered?

No, Sauerkirsche (Prunus cerasus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Sauerkirsche belong to?

Sauerkirsche (Prunus cerasus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Sauerkirsche?

The closest relatives of Sauerkirsche in the genus Prunus include Amerikanische Pflaume, Aprikose, Berg-Kirsche, Blut-Kirschpflaume, Briançon-Aprikose.