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laîche puce

Carex pulicaris

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits 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). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇮🇸 Iceland

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plante)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Carex pulicaris (laîche puce)

Names in Other Languages

French laîche puce

German Floh-Segge

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of laîche puce?

The scientific name of laîche puce is Carex pulicaris. It belongs to the genus Carex.

What is the conservation status of laîche puce?

laîche puce (Carex pulicaris) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does laîche puce live?

laîche puce is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does laîche puce belong to?

laîche puce (Carex pulicaris) belongs to the genus Carex, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

Is laîche puce endangered?

Yes, laîche puce (Carex pulicaris) 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 laîche puce belong to?

laîche puce (Carex pulicaris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).

What are the closest relatives of laîche puce?

The closest relatives of laîche puce in the genus Carex include Caerx lenticulaire, carex à balais, Carex à bec entier, carex à bec étalé, carex accrêté.