Alpine Fireweed

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The Alpine Fireweed (Chamaenerion latifolium) is a species in the genus Chamaenerion. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions. Distributed across Canada, Norway, and United States.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Canada, Norway, and United States.

🇨🇦 Canada 🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Myrtales (Myrtales)

Family

Onagraceae

Genus

Chamaenerion

Species

Chamaenerion latifolium (Alpine Fireweed)

Names in Other Languages

French épilobe à feuilles larges

Similar Species in Chamaenerion

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Fireweed

Chamaenerion angustifolium

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alpine Fireweed?

The scientific name of Alpine Fireweed is Chamaenerion latifolium. It belongs to the genus Chamaenerion.

Where does Alpine Fireweed live?

Alpine Fireweed is found in Distributed across Canada, Norway, and United States.. Countries include Canada, Norway, United States.

What family does Alpine Fireweed belong to?

Alpine Fireweed (Chamaenerion latifolium) belongs to the genus Chamaenerion, which is part of the taxonomic family Onagraceae.

What kingdom does Alpine Fireweed belong to?

Alpine Fireweed (Chamaenerion latifolium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Alpine Fireweed?

The closest relatives of Alpine Fireweed in the genus Chamaenerion include Fireweed.