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Alpine Larch

Larix lyallii

Least Concern

About

The Alpine Larch (Larix lyallii) is a species in the genus Larix. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations. Distributed across Canada and Iceland.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.

Distributed across Canada and Iceland.

🇮🇸 Iceland 🇨🇦 Canada

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (植物)
Phylum
Coniferophyta (Conifers)
Class
Pinopsida (マツ綱)
Order
Pinales (マツ目)
Family
Pinaceae (Pine Family)
Genus
Larix
Species
Larix lyallii (Alpine Larch)

Names in Other Languages

French mélèze de Lyall

Similar Species in Larix

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Gui-natsu
Larix gmelinii
Not Evaluated
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Kara-Matsu
Larix kaempferi
Not Evaluated
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Masters' Larch
Larix mastersiana
Endangered
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Sikkim Larch
Larix griffithii
Least Concern
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Alaska Larch
Larix laricina
Not Evaluated
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Common Larch
Larix decidua
Not Evaluated
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Siberian Larch
Larix sibirica
Not Evaluated
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Western Larch
Larix occidentalis
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alpine Larch?
The scientific name of Alpine Larch is Larix lyallii. It belongs to the genus Larix.
What is the conservation status of Alpine Larch?
Alpine Larch (Larix lyallii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Alpine Larch live?
Alpine Larch is found in Distributed across Canada and Iceland.. Countries include Canada, Iceland.
What family does Alpine Larch belong to?
Alpine Larch (Larix lyallii) belongs to the genus Larix, which is part of the taxonomic family Pinaceae.
Is Alpine Larch endangered?
No, Alpine Larch (Larix lyallii) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Alpine Larch belong to?
Alpine Larch (Larix lyallii) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Alpine Larch?
The closest relatives of Alpine Larch in the genus Larix include Gui-natsu, Kara-Matsu, Hybrid Larch, Masters' Larch, Alaska Larch.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Larix — 11 Species

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Gui-natsu
Larix gmelinii
NE 🐾
Kara-Matsu
Larix kaempferi
NE 🐾
Hybrid Larch
Larix marschlinsii
NE 🐾
Masters' Larch
Larix mastersiana
EN 🐾
Alaska Larch
Larix laricina
NE 🐾
Chinese Larch
Larix potaninii
LC 🐾
Common Larch
Larix decidua
NE 🐾
Siberian Larch
Larix sibirica
NE 🐾
Western Larch
Larix occidentalis
LC 🐾
Sikkim Larch
Larix griffithii
LC
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Alpine Larch
Larix lyallii
LC
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