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Wiesen-Schwertlilie

Iris spuria

Vulnerable

About

The Blue Iris (Iris spuria) is a species in the genus Iris. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Gliederfüßer)

Class

Insecta (Insekten)

Order

Mantodea (Fangschrecken)

Species

Iris spuria (Wiesen-Schwertlilie)

Names in Other Languages

French iris des steppes

German Wiesen-Schwertlilie

Turkish Yayla süseni

Similar Species in Iris

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asiatische Sumpf-Schwertlilie

Iris laevigata

Not Evaluated

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Blassviolette Schwertlilie

Deutsche Schwertlilie

japanische Sumpf-Schwertlilie

Iris ensata

Not Evaluated

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kleine Netzblatt-Iris

Iris reticulata

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wiesen-Schwertlilie?

The scientific name of Wiesen-Schwertlilie is Iris spuria. It belongs to the genus Iris.

What is the conservation status of Wiesen-Schwertlilie?

Wiesen-Schwertlilie (Iris spuria) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Wiesen-Schwertlilie live?

Wiesen-Schwertlilie is found in Widely distributed across Europe (9 countries), North America (United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Denmark, France, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Wiesen-Schwertlilie belong to?

Wiesen-Schwertlilie (Iris spuria) belongs to the genus Iris, which is part of the taxonomic family Eremiaphilidae.

Is Wiesen-Schwertlilie endangered?

Yes, Wiesen-Schwertlilie (Iris spuria) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Wiesen-Schwertlilie belong to?

Wiesen-Schwertlilie (Iris spuria) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Wiesen-Schwertlilie?

The closest relatives of Wiesen-Schwertlilie in the genus Iris include asiatische Sumpf-Schwertlilie, Blassviolette Schwertlilie, Bunte Schwertlilie, Dach-Schwertlilie, Deutsche Schwertlilie.