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Caspian Knotweed

Polygonum caspicum

Critically Endangered

About

The Caspian Knotweed (Polygonum caspicum) is a species in the genus Polygonum. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered 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.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Caryophyllales (Nelkenartige)

Species

Polygonum caspicum (Caspian Knotweed)

Names in Other Languages

Russian Gorets Kaspiyskiy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Caspian Knotweed?

The scientific name of Caspian Knotweed is Polygonum caspicum. It belongs to the genus Polygonum.

What is the conservation status of Caspian Knotweed?

Caspian Knotweed (Polygonum caspicum) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Caspian Knotweed belong to?

Caspian Knotweed (Polygonum caspicum) belongs to the genus Polygonum, which is part of the taxonomic family Polygonaceae.

Is Caspian Knotweed endangered?

Yes, Caspian Knotweed (Polygonum caspicum) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Caspian Knotweed belong to?

Caspian Knotweed (Polygonum caspicum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Caspian Knotweed?

The closest relatives of Caspian Knotweed in the genus Polygonum include Ausgebreiteter Vogelknöterich, Sand-Vogelknöterich, Trittrasen-Knöterich, Ungarischer Vogelknöterich, Vogel-Knöterich.