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Holunder-Knabenkraut

Dactylorhiza sambucina

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Distributed across Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Spargelartige)

Species

Dactylorhiza sambucina (Holunder-Knabenkraut)

Names in Other Languages

German Holunder-Knabenkraut

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Breitblättriges Knabenkraut

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Vulnerable

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Fleischfarbenes Knabenkraut

Dactylorhiza incarnata

Near Threatened

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Geflecktes Knabenkraut

Dactylorhiza maculata

Vulnerable

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Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Holunder-Knabenkraut?

The scientific name of Holunder-Knabenkraut is Dactylorhiza sambucina. It belongs to the genus Dactylorhiza.

What is the conservation status of Holunder-Knabenkraut?

Holunder-Knabenkraut (Dactylorhiza sambucina) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Holunder-Knabenkraut live?

Holunder-Knabenkraut is found in Distributed across Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Holunder-Knabenkraut belong to?

Holunder-Knabenkraut (Dactylorhiza sambucina) belongs to the genus Dactylorhiza, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.

Is Holunder-Knabenkraut endangered?

Yes, Holunder-Knabenkraut (Dactylorhiza sambucina) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Holunder-Knabenkraut belong to?

Holunder-Knabenkraut (Dactylorhiza sambucina) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Holunder-Knabenkraut?

The closest relatives of Holunder-Knabenkraut in the genus Dactylorhiza include Breitblättriges Knabenkraut, Fleischfarbenes Knabenkraut, Geflecktes Knabenkraut, Stately Dactylorhiza, longbract frog orchid.