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Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower

Lobelia dortmanna

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Species

Lobelia dortmanna (Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower)

Names in Other Languages

French lobélie de dortmann

German Wasserlobelie

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower?

The scientific name of Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower is Lobelia dortmanna. It belongs to the genus Lobelia.

What is the conservation status of Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower?

Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower (Lobelia dortmanna) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower live?

Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Critically 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 Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower belong to?

Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower (Lobelia dortmanna) belongs to the genus Lobelia, which is part of the taxonomic family Campanulaceae.

Is Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower endangered?

Yes, Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower (Lobelia dortmanna) 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 Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower belong to?

Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower (Lobelia dortmanna) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower?

The closest relatives of Dortmann'S Cardinal Flower in the genus Lobelia include Balespike Lobelia, Blue Cardinal Flower, Bog Lobelia, Cardinal Flower, Edging Lobelia.