Snowdrop

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Asparagales (Asparagales)

Family

Amaryllidaceae

Genus

Galanthus

Species

Galanthus gracilis (Snowdrop)

Names in Other Languages

German Zierliches Schneeglöckchen

Similar Species in Galanthus

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Flor de Nieve

Galanthus nivalis

Least Concern

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Giant Snowdrop

Galanthus elwesii

Not Evaluated

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Koenen's Snowdrop

Galanthus koenenianus

Vulnerable

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Pleated Snowdrop

Galanthus plicatus

Not Evaluated

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Queen Olga's Snowdrop

Galanthus reginae-olgae

Vulnerable

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green snowdrop

Galanthus woronowii

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Snowdrop?

The scientific name of Snowdrop is Galanthus gracilis. It belongs to the genus Galanthus.

What is the conservation status of Snowdrop?

Snowdrop (Galanthus gracilis) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Snowdrop belong to?

Snowdrop (Galanthus gracilis) belongs to the genus Galanthus, which is part of the taxonomic family Amaryllidaceae.

What kingdom does Snowdrop belong to?

Snowdrop (Galanthus gracilis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Snowdrop?

The closest relatives of Snowdrop in the genus Galanthus include Flor de Nieve, Koenen's Snowdrop, Pleated Snowdrop, Giant Snowdrop, green snowdrop.