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Mountain Rock-Cress

Arabidopsis petraea

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and United States.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Felsen-Schaumkresse

Similar Species in Arabidopsis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mountain Rock-Cress?
The scientific name of Mountain Rock-Cress is Arabidopsis petraea. It belongs to the genus Arabidopsis.
What is the conservation status of Mountain Rock-Cress?
Mountain Rock-Cress (Arabidopsis petraea) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mountain Rock-Cress live?
Mountain Rock-Cress is found in Distributed across Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, United States.
What family does Mountain Rock-Cress belong to?
Mountain Rock-Cress (Arabidopsis petraea) belongs to the genus Arabidopsis, which is part of the taxonomic family Brassicaceae.
Is Mountain Rock-Cress endangered?
No, Mountain Rock-Cress (Arabidopsis petraea) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Mountain Rock-Cress belong to?
Mountain Rock-Cress (Arabidopsis petraea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Mountain Rock-Cress?
The closest relatives of Mountain Rock-Cress in the genus Arabidopsis include arctic rockcress, Lyrate Rockcress, Sand Rock-Cress, Common Wall Cress.

Native Range — 5 Countries

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