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Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich

Armoracia rusticana

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (32 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Brassicales (Kreuzblütlerartige)

Species

Armoracia rusticana (Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rábano Picante

French Cranson

German Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich

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Flowering Plants

Kreuzblütlerartige

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich?

The scientific name of Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich is Armoracia rusticana. It belongs to the genus Armoracia.

What is the conservation status of Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich?

Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich (Armoracia rusticana) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich live?

Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (32 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Albania, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia.

What family does Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich belong to?

Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich (Armoracia rusticana) belongs to the genus Armoracia, which is part of the taxonomic family Brassicaceae.

Is Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich endangered?

No, Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich (Armoracia rusticana) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich belong to?

Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich (Armoracia rusticana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

Native Range — 38 Countries

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Genus Armoracia — 1 Species

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Gewöhnnlicher Meerrettich

Armoracia rusticana

LC

Data verified März 2026

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