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Maeuse Gerste

Hordeum murinum

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan), Europe (20 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French orge queue-de-rat
German Maeuse Gerste
Portuguese cevada-dos-ratos

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Maeuse Gerste?
The scientific name of Maeuse Gerste is Hordeum murinum. It belongs to the genus Hordeum.
What is the conservation status of Maeuse Gerste?
Maeuse Gerste (Hordeum murinum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Maeuse Gerste live?
Maeuse Gerste is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan), Europe (20 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark.
What family does Maeuse Gerste belong to?
Maeuse Gerste (Hordeum murinum) belongs to the genus Hordeum, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.
Is Maeuse Gerste endangered?
No, Maeuse Gerste (Hordeum murinum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Maeuse Gerste belong to?
Maeuse Gerste (Hordeum murinum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Maeuse Gerste?
The closest relatives of Maeuse Gerste in the genus Hordeum include Knollengerste, Knotige Gerste, Mähnen-Gerste, Mehrzeilige Gerste, Strand-Gerste.

Native Range — 31 Countries

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