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Bog Cranberry

Vaccinium oxycoccos

Near Threatened

About

The Bog Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos) is a species in the genus Vaccinium. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (被子植物門)

Class

Magnoliopsida (モクレン綱)

Species

Vaccinium oxycoccos (Bog Cranberry)

Names in Other Languages

French canneberge commune

German Gewöhnliche Moosbeere

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Vaccinium vitis-idaea

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bog Cranberry?

The scientific name of Bog Cranberry is Vaccinium oxycoccos. It belongs to the genus Vaccinium.

What is the conservation status of Bog Cranberry?

Bog Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bog Cranberry live?

Bog Cranberry is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Bog Cranberry belong to?

Bog Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos) belongs to the genus Vaccinium, which is part of the taxonomic family Ericaceae.

What kingdom does Bog Cranberry belong to?

Bog Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Bog Cranberry?

The closest relatives of Bog Cranberry in the genus Vaccinium include Alpine Bilberry, Alpine Blueberry, Alpine Cranberry, American Blueberry, American Cranberry.