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Black Bog-rush

Schoenus nigricans

Critically Endangered

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The Black Bog-rush (Schoenus nigricans) is a species in the genus Schoenus. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 7 distinct biome types spanning the Neotr.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, among 7 distinct biome types spanning the Neotropic and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Cuba). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇺 Cuba 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Species

Schoenus nigricans (Black Bog-rush)

Names in Other Languages

French choin noirâtre

German Schwarzes Kopfried

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Bog-rush?

The scientific name of Black Bog-rush is Schoenus nigricans. It belongs to the genus Schoenus.

What is the conservation status of Black Bog-rush?

Black Bog-rush (Schoenus nigricans) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Black Bog-rush live?

Black Bog-rush is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (Cuba). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Cuba, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Black Bog-rush belong to?

Black Bog-rush (Schoenus nigricans) belongs to the genus Schoenus, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyperaceae.

Is Black Bog-rush endangered?

Yes, Black Bog-rush (Schoenus nigricans) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Black Bog-rush belong to?

Black Bog-rush (Schoenus nigricans) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Black Bog-rush?

The closest relatives of Black Bog-rush in the genus Schoenus include Bog Sedge, Brown Bog-Rush.