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Alder Buckthorn

Frangula alnus

Least Concern

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The Alder Buckthorn (Frangula alnus) is a species in the genus Frangula. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇦 Canada 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Rosales (Roses & Allies)

Species

Frangula alnus (Alder Buckthorn)

Names in Other Languages

French Frangola commune

German Faulbaum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alder Buckthorn?

The scientific name of Alder Buckthorn is Frangula alnus. It belongs to the genus Frangula.

What is the conservation status of Alder Buckthorn?

Alder Buckthorn (Frangula alnus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Alder Buckthorn live?

Alder Buckthorn is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Alder Buckthorn belong to?

Alder Buckthorn (Frangula alnus) belongs to the genus Frangula, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhamnaceae.

Is Alder Buckthorn endangered?

No, Alder Buckthorn (Frangula alnus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Alder Buckthorn belong to?

Alder Buckthorn (Frangula alnus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Alder Buckthorn?

The closest relatives of Alder Buckthorn in the genus Frangula include Bearberry, birch-leaf buckthorn, California buckthorn, Carolina Buckthorn, Linden Buckthorn.