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dwarf thistle

Cirsium acaule

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (tumbuhan)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Cirsium

Species

Cirsium acaule (dwarf thistle)

Names in Other Languages

French cirse acaule

German Stengellose Kratzdistel

Similar Species in Cirsium

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of dwarf thistle?

The scientific name of dwarf thistle is Cirsium acaule. It belongs to the genus Cirsium.

What is the conservation status of dwarf thistle?

dwarf thistle (Cirsium acaule) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does dwarf thistle live?

dwarf thistle is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does dwarf thistle belong to?

dwarf thistle (Cirsium acaule) belongs to the genus Cirsium, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

What kingdom does dwarf thistle belong to?

dwarf thistle (Cirsium acaule) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (tumbuhan).

What are the closest relatives of dwarf thistle?

The closest relatives of dwarf thistle in the genus Cirsium include Black Thistle, Boar Thistle, Brook Thistle, cabbage thistle, Centaury.