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Acker-Hederich

Raphanus raphanistrum

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits flooded grasslands and savannas spanning the Afrotropic and Palearctic realms.

Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (17 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (7 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish rábano silvestre
French ravenelle
German Acker-Hederich
Portuguese nabiça

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Acker-Hederich?
The scientific name of Acker-Hederich is Raphanus raphanistrum. It belongs to the genus Raphanus.
What is the conservation status of Acker-Hederich?
Acker-Hederich (Raphanus raphanistrum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Acker-Hederich live?
Acker-Hederich is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (17 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (7 countries).. Countries include Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile.
What family does Acker-Hederich belong to?
Acker-Hederich (Raphanus raphanistrum) belongs to the genus Raphanus, which is part of the taxonomic family Brassicaceae.
Is Acker-Hederich endangered?
No, Acker-Hederich (Raphanus raphanistrum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Acker-Hederich belong to?
Acker-Hederich (Raphanus raphanistrum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Acker-Hederich?
The closest relatives of Acker-Hederich in the genus Raphanus include Garten-Rettich.

Native Range — 43 Countries

Genus Raphanus — 2 Species

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Acker-Hederich
Raphanus raphanistrum
LC
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Garten-Rettich
Raphanus sativus
NE

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