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Rough Stonewort

Chara aspera

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Charophyta (Charophyta)

Class

Charophyceae (Charophyceae)

Species

Chara aspera (Rough Stonewort)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rough Stonewort?

The scientific name of Rough Stonewort is Chara aspera. It belongs to the genus Chara.

What is the conservation status of Rough Stonewort?

Rough Stonewort (Chara aspera) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Rough Stonewort live?

Rough Stonewort is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Rough Stonewort belong to?

Rough Stonewort (Chara aspera) belongs to the genus Chara, which is part of the taxonomic family Characeae.

What kingdom does Rough Stonewort belong to?

Rough Stonewort (Chara aspera) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Rough Stonewort?

The closest relatives of Rough Stonewort in the genus Chara include Baltic Stonewort, Bearded Stonewort, Bristly Stonewort, Convergent Stonewort, Hedgehog Stonewort.