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Gemeiner Kreuzdorn

Rhamnus cathartica

Least Concern

About

The Buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) is a species in the genus Rhamnus. It is currently classified as Least Concern 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.

Widely distributed across Asia (India), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Argentina).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Rosenartige)

Species

Rhamnus cathartica (Gemeiner Kreuzdorn)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cervispina

French nerprun purgatif

German Gemeiner Kreuzdorn

Portuguese tamuje

Similar Species in Rhamnus

Mediterranean Buckthorn

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gemeiner Kreuzdorn?

The scientific name of Gemeiner Kreuzdorn is Rhamnus cathartica. It belongs to the genus Rhamnus.

What is the conservation status of Gemeiner Kreuzdorn?

Gemeiner Kreuzdorn (Rhamnus cathartica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gemeiner Kreuzdorn live?

Gemeiner Kreuzdorn is found in Widely distributed across Asia (India), Europe (6 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and South America (Argentina).. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, India, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Gemeiner Kreuzdorn belong to?

Gemeiner Kreuzdorn (Rhamnus cathartica) belongs to the genus Rhamnus, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhamnaceae.

Is Gemeiner Kreuzdorn endangered?

No, Gemeiner Kreuzdorn (Rhamnus cathartica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Gemeiner Kreuzdorn belong to?

Gemeiner Kreuzdorn (Rhamnus cathartica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Gemeiner Kreuzdorn?

The closest relatives of Gemeiner Kreuzdorn in the genus Rhamnus include Chinese buckthorn, Mediterranean Buckthorn, Dogwood, Dahurian Buckthorn.