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East Indian Globe Thistle

Sphaeranthus indicus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests within the Indomalayan biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Timor-Leste and Vietnam.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of East Indian Globe Thistle?
The scientific name of East Indian Globe Thistle is Sphaeranthus indicus. It belongs to the genus Sphaeranthus.
What is the conservation status of East Indian Globe Thistle?
East Indian Globe Thistle (Sphaeranthus indicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does East Indian Globe Thistle live?
East Indian Globe Thistle is found in Distributed across Timor-Leste and Vietnam.. Countries include Timor-Leste, Vietnam.
What family does East Indian Globe Thistle belong to?
East Indian Globe Thistle (Sphaeranthus indicus) belongs to the genus Sphaeranthus, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.
Is East Indian Globe Thistle endangered?
No, East Indian Globe Thistle (Sphaeranthus indicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does East Indian Globe Thistle belong to?
East Indian Globe Thistle (Sphaeranthus indicus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Sphaeranthus — 1 Species

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East Indian Globe Thistle
Sphaeranthus indicus
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