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potamot des alpes

Potamogeton alpinus

Critically Endangered

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The Alpine Pondweed (Potamogeton alpinus) is a species in the genus Potamogeton. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and boreal forests and taiga within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations. Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and boreal forests and taiga within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Alismatales (Alismatales)

Species

Potamogeton alpinus (potamot des alpes)

Names in Other Languages

French potamot des alpes

German Alpen-Laichkraut

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of potamot des alpes?

The scientific name of potamot des alpes is Potamogeton alpinus. It belongs to the genus Potamogeton.

What is the conservation status of potamot des alpes?

potamot des alpes (Potamogeton alpinus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does potamot des alpes live?

potamot des alpes is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does potamot des alpes belong to?

potamot des alpes (Potamogeton alpinus) belongs to the genus Potamogeton, which is part of the taxonomic family Potamogetonaceae.

Is potamot des alpes endangered?

Yes, potamot des alpes (Potamogeton alpinus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does potamot des alpes belong to?

potamot des alpes (Potamogeton alpinus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of potamot des alpes?

The closest relatives of potamot des alpes in the genus Potamogeton include potamot à feuilles aiguës, potamot à feuilles capillaires, potamot à feuilles crépues, potamot à feuilles de renouée, potamot à feuilles flottantes.