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Breitblättriges Knabenkraut

Dactylorhiza majalis

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇨🇦 Canada

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Spargelartige)

Species

Dactylorhiza majalis (Breitblättriges Knabenkraut)

Names in Other Languages

German Breitblättriges Knabenkraut

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Fleischfarbenes Knabenkraut

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Near Threatened

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Geflecktes Knabenkraut

Dactylorhiza maculata

Vulnerable

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Holunder-Knabenkraut

Dactylorhiza sambucina

Vulnerable

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Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Breitblättriges Knabenkraut?

The scientific name of Breitblättriges Knabenkraut is Dactylorhiza majalis. It belongs to the genus Dactylorhiza.

What is the conservation status of Breitblättriges Knabenkraut?

Breitblättriges Knabenkraut (Dactylorhiza majalis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Breitblättriges Knabenkraut live?

Breitblättriges Knabenkraut is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Breitblättriges Knabenkraut belong to?

Breitblättriges Knabenkraut (Dactylorhiza majalis) belongs to the genus Dactylorhiza, which is part of the taxonomic family Orchidaceae.

Is Breitblättriges Knabenkraut endangered?

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

What kingdom does Breitblättriges Knabenkraut belong to?

Breitblättriges Knabenkraut (Dactylorhiza majalis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Breitblättriges Knabenkraut?

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