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Crested Buckler Fern

Dryopteris cristata

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in moist, shaded forest floors and tropical canopies.

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇦 Canada 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Polypodiopsida (Polypodiopsida)

Order

Polypodiales (Polypodiales)

Species

Dryopteris cristata (Crested Buckler Fern)

Names in Other Languages

French dryoptéris à crêtes

German Kammwurmfarn

Similar Species in Dryopteris

Dryopteris intermedia

Not Evaluated

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Autumn fern

Dryopteris erythrosora

Dryopteris oligodonta

Least Concern

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Cévennes Male-fern

Dryopteris ardechensis

Vulnerable

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Clinton'S Wood Fern

Dryopteris clintoniana

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crested Buckler Fern?

The scientific name of Crested Buckler Fern is Dryopteris cristata. It belongs to the genus Dryopteris.

What is the conservation status of Crested Buckler Fern?

Crested Buckler Fern (Dryopteris cristata) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Crested Buckler Fern live?

Crested Buckler Fern is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Crested Buckler Fern belong to?

Crested Buckler Fern (Dryopteris cristata) belongs to the genus Dryopteris, which is part of the taxonomic family Dryopteridaceae.

Is Crested Buckler Fern endangered?

Yes, Crested Buckler Fern (Dryopteris cristata) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Crested Buckler Fern belong to?

Crested Buckler Fern (Dryopteris cristata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of Crested Buckler Fern?

The closest relatives of Crested Buckler Fern in the genus Dryopteris include Aiton's buckler-Fern, Alpine Male-fern, American Shield Fern, Autumn fern, Broad Buckler Fern.