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Gemeiner Natterkopf

Echium vulgare

Least Concern

About

The Blue Devil (Echium vulgare) is a species in the genus Echium. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits deserts and xeric shrublands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Lesotho, South Africa), Asia (India, Japan, Uzbekistan), Europe (11 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish viborera
French vipérine commune
German Gemeiner Natterkopf
Portuguese colubrina

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gemeiner Natterkopf?
The scientific name of Gemeiner Natterkopf is Echium vulgare. It belongs to the genus Echium.
What is the conservation status of Gemeiner Natterkopf?
Gemeiner Natterkopf (Echium vulgare) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Gemeiner Natterkopf live?
Gemeiner Natterkopf is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Lesotho, South Africa), Asia (India, Japan, Uzbekistan), Europe (11 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark.
What family does Gemeiner Natterkopf belong to?
Gemeiner Natterkopf (Echium vulgare) belongs to the genus Echium, which is part of the taxonomic family Boraginaceae.
Is Gemeiner Natterkopf endangered?
No, Gemeiner Natterkopf (Echium vulgare) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Gemeiner Natterkopf belong to?
Gemeiner Natterkopf (Echium vulgare) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Gemeiner Natterkopf?
The closest relatives of Gemeiner Natterkopf in the genus Echium include Hoher Natternkopf, Stolz von Madeira, Wegerich-Natternkopf, pine echium, Blue bugloss.

Native Range — 24 Countries

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