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Waldschachtelhalm

Equisetum sylvaticum

Near Threatened

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in moist, shaded forest floors and tropical canopies.

Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇸 Iceland 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Polypodiopsida (Echte Farne)

Order

Equisetales (Equisetales)

Species

Equisetum sylvaticum (Waldschachtelhalm)

Names in Other Languages

French prêle des bois

German Waldschachtelhalm

Similar Species in Equisetum

Überwinternder Schachtelhalm

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Waldschachtelhalm?

The scientific name of Waldschachtelhalm is Equisetum sylvaticum. It belongs to the genus Equisetum.

What is the conservation status of Waldschachtelhalm?

Waldschachtelhalm (Equisetum sylvaticum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Waldschachtelhalm live?

Waldschachtelhalm is found in Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Waldschachtelhalm belong to?

Waldschachtelhalm (Equisetum sylvaticum) belongs to the genus Equisetum, which is part of the taxonomic family Equisetaceae.

What kingdom does Waldschachtelhalm belong to?

Waldschachtelhalm (Equisetum sylvaticum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Waldschachtelhalm?

The closest relatives of Waldschachtelhalm in the genus Equisetum include Acker-Schachtelhalm, Bunter Schachtelhalm, Riesen-Schachtelhalm, Sumpf-Schachtelhalm, Teich-Schachtelhalm.