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Blunt Bog Orchid

Platanthera obtusata

Endangered

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The Blunt Bog Orchid (Platanthera obtusata) is a species in the genus Platanthera. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Finland, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇫🇮 Finland 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Spargelartige)

Species

Platanthera obtusata (Blunt Bog Orchid)

Names in Other Languages

French habénaire obtuse

Similar Species in Platanthera

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Grünliche Waldhyazinthe

Platanthera chlorantha

Endangered

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Zweiblättrige Waldhyazinthe

Platanthera andrewsii

Not Evaluated

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Green Platanthera

Platanthera algeriensis

Near Threatened

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Fragrant Green Orchid

Platanthera huronensis

Least Concern

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Greater Purple Fringed Orchid

Platanthera grandiflora

Extinct

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Chamisso's orchid

Platanthera chorisiana

Least Concern

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Aleutian Bog Orchid

Platanthera tipuloides

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blunt Bog Orchid?

The scientific name of Blunt Bog Orchid is Platanthera obtusata. It belongs to the genus Platanthera.

What is the conservation status of Blunt Bog Orchid?

Blunt Bog Orchid (Platanthera obtusata) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Blunt Bog Orchid live?

Blunt Bog Orchid is found in Distributed across Finland, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Finland, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Blunt Bog Orchid belong to?

Blunt Bog Orchid (Platanthera obtusata) belongs to the genus Platanthera, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.

Is Blunt Bog Orchid endangered?

Yes, Blunt Bog Orchid (Platanthera obtusata) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Blunt Bog Orchid belong to?

Blunt Bog Orchid (Platanthera obtusata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Blunt Bog Orchid?

The closest relatives of Blunt Bog Orchid in the genus Platanthera include Grünliche Waldhyazinthe, Zweiblättrige Waldhyazinthe, Andrews' Bog Orchid, Chamisso's orchid, Green Platanthera.