American featherfoil

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The American featherfoil (Hottonia inflata) is a species in the genus Hottonia. It is currently classified as Extinct on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Found in Canada.

🇨🇦 Canada

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Ericales (Heidekrautartige)

Family

Primulaceae

Genus

Hottonia

Species

Hottonia inflata (American featherfoil)

Names in Other Languages

French hottonie enflée

Similar Species in Hottonia

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Wasserfeder

Hottonia palustris

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American featherfoil?

The scientific name of American featherfoil is Hottonia inflata. It belongs to the genus Hottonia.

What is the conservation status of American featherfoil?

American featherfoil (Hottonia inflata) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American featherfoil live?

American featherfoil is found in Found in Canada.. Countries include Canada.

What family does American featherfoil belong to?

American featherfoil (Hottonia inflata) belongs to the genus Hottonia, which is part of the taxonomic family Primulaceae.

What kingdom does American featherfoil belong to?

American featherfoil (Hottonia inflata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of American featherfoil?

The closest relatives of American featherfoil in the genus Hottonia include Wasserfeder.