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Wasserschierling

Cicuta virosa

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇨🇦 Canada

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Apiales (Doldenblütlerartige)

Species

Cicuta virosa (Wasserschierling)

Names in Other Languages

Korean Dong-mi-na-ri

French ciguë vireuse

German Wasserschierling

Similar Species in Cicuta

western water-hemlock

Cicuta douglasii

Least Concern

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Cicuta bulbifera

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wasserschierling?

The scientific name of Wasserschierling is Cicuta virosa. It belongs to the genus Cicuta.

What is the conservation status of Wasserschierling?

Wasserschierling (Cicuta virosa) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Wasserschierling live?

Wasserschierling is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Wasserschierling belong to?

Wasserschierling (Cicuta virosa) belongs to the genus Cicuta, which is part of the taxonomic family Apiaceae.

Is Wasserschierling endangered?

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

What kingdom does Wasserschierling belong to?

Wasserschierling (Cicuta virosa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Wasserschierling?

The closest relatives of Wasserschierling in the genus Cicuta include Beaver-Poison, western water-hemlock, Bulb-Bearing Water-Hemlock.