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Kalmus

Acorus calamus

Least Concern

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The Calamus (Acorus calamus) is a species in the genus Acorus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (5 countries), Europe (30 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Acorus calamus (Kalmus)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Chang-po

Spanish calamís

French acore

German Kalmus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kalmus?

The scientific name of Kalmus is Acorus calamus. It belongs to the genus Acorus.

What is the conservation status of Kalmus?

Kalmus (Acorus calamus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Kalmus live?

Kalmus is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (5 countries), Europe (30 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Armenia, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia.

What family does Kalmus belong to?

Kalmus (Acorus calamus) belongs to the genus Acorus, which is part of the taxonomic family Acoraceae.

Is Kalmus endangered?

No, Kalmus (Acorus calamus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Kalmus belong to?

Kalmus (Acorus calamus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Kalmus?

The closest relatives of Kalmus in the genus Acorus include Grasblatt-Kalmus.