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Eselsdistel

Onopordum acanthium

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 10 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, India, Japan), Europe (22 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Asternartige)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Onopordum

Species

Onopordum acanthium (Eselsdistel)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cardo-espinhoso-nobre

French onoporde acanthe

German Eselsdistel

Portuguese Acanto-bastardo

Similar Species in Onopordum

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Illyrische Eselsdistel

taurische Eselsdistel

Onopordum tauricum

Not Evaluated

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Ash-coloured Scotch Thistle

Onopordum cinereum

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eselsdistel?

The scientific name of Eselsdistel is Onopordum acanthium. It belongs to the genus Onopordum.

What is the conservation status of Eselsdistel?

Eselsdistel (Onopordum acanthium) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Eselsdistel live?

Eselsdistel is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, India, Japan), Europe (22 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Eselsdistel belong to?

Eselsdistel (Onopordum acanthium) belongs to the genus Onopordum, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

Is Eselsdistel endangered?

Yes, Eselsdistel (Onopordum acanthium) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Eselsdistel belong to?

Eselsdistel (Onopordum acanthium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Eselsdistel?

The closest relatives of Eselsdistel in the genus Onopordum include Illyrische Eselsdistel, Krim-Eselsdistel, taurische Eselsdistel, Ash-coloured Scotch Thistle.