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Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat

Valerianella locusta

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (12 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Bolivia, Brazil, Chile). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Spanish lechuga de campo
French mâche
German Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat
Portuguese alface-da-terra

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat?
The scientific name of Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat is Valerianella locusta. It belongs to the genus Valerianella.
What is the conservation status of Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat?
Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat (Valerianella locusta) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat live?
Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (12 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Bolivia, Brazil, Chile). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Germany.
What family does Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat belong to?
Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat (Valerianella locusta) belongs to the genus Valerianella, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprifoliaceae.
What kingdom does Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat belong to?
Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat (Valerianella locusta) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat?
The closest relatives of Gewöhnlicher Feldsalat in the genus Valerianella include Gefurchtes Rapünzchen, Gekieltes Rapünzchen, Gezähntes Rapünzchen, Wollfrüchtiger Feldsalat.

Native Range — 19 Countries

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