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Krapp

Rubia tinctorum

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus, Japan, Yemen), Europe (19 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).

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Full Taxonomy

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Gentianales (Enzianartige)

Species

Rubia tinctorum (Krapp)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish granza

French Garance des teinturiers

German Krapp

Portuguese granza

Similar Species in Rubia

Rubia peregrina

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Krapp?

The scientific name of Krapp is Rubia tinctorum. It belongs to the genus Rubia.

Where does Krapp live?

Krapp is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Cyprus, Japan, Yemen), Europe (19 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Chile).. Countries include Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Chile, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Italy.

What family does Krapp belong to?

Krapp (Rubia tinctorum) belongs to the genus Rubia, which is part of the taxonomic family Rubiaceae.

What kingdom does Krapp belong to?

Krapp (Rubia tinctorum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Krapp?

The closest relatives of Krapp in the genus Rubia include wild madder.

Native Range — 24 Countries

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Genus Rubia — 2 Species

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Krapp

Rubia tinctorum

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Rubia peregrina

Data verified März 2026

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