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Oreja de Liebre

Potamogeton perfoliatus

Endangered

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The Clasped Pondweed (Potamogeton perfoliatus) is a species in the genus Potamogeton. It is currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 8 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, among 8 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Saudi Arabia), Europe (8 countries), North America (Canada, Cuba, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Alismatales (Alismatales)

Species

Potamogeton perfoliatus (Oreja de Liebre)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Oreja de Liebre

French potamot à feuilles perfoliées

German Durchwachsenes Laichkraut

Similar Species in Potamogeton

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Alpine Pondweed

Potamogeton alpinus

Critically Endangered

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Berchtold'S Pondweed

Potamogeton berchtoldii

Least Concern

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bog pondweed

Potamogeton polygonifolius

Least Concern

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Blunt-Leaved Pondweed

Potamogeton obtusifolius

Least Concern

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Broad-Leaved Pondweed

Potamogeton natans

Least Concern

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Broad-Leaved Pondweed

Potamogeton nodosus

Near Threatened

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Broad-Leaved Pondweed

Potamogeton amplifolius

Least Concern

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Alga Pondweed

Potamogeton confervoides

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Oreja de Liebre?

The scientific name of Oreja de Liebre is Potamogeton perfoliatus. It belongs to the genus Potamogeton.

What is the conservation status of Oreja de Liebre?

Oreja de Liebre (Potamogeton perfoliatus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Oreja de Liebre live?

Oreja de Liebre is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Saudi Arabia), Europe (8 countries), North America (Canada, Cuba, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Cuba, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal.

What family does Oreja de Liebre belong to?

Oreja de Liebre (Potamogeton perfoliatus) belongs to the genus Potamogeton, which is part of the taxonomic family Potamogetonaceae.

Is Oreja de Liebre endangered?

Yes, Oreja de Liebre (Potamogeton perfoliatus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Oreja de Liebre belong to?

Oreja de Liebre (Potamogeton perfoliatus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Oreja de Liebre?

The closest relatives of Oreja de Liebre in the genus Potamogeton include Alpine Pondweed, Berchtold'S Pondweed, bog pondweed, Blunt-Leaved Pondweed, Broad-Leaved Pondweed.