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Ellesmere Island draba

Draba subcapitata

Critically Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Canada, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇦 Canada 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Brassicales (Brassicales)

Species

Draba subcapitata (Ellesmere Island draba)

Names in Other Languages

French drave subcapitée

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ash-coloured whitlow-grass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ellesmere Island draba?

The scientific name of Ellesmere Island draba is Draba subcapitata. It belongs to the genus Draba.

What is the conservation status of Ellesmere Island draba?

Ellesmere Island draba (Draba subcapitata) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ellesmere Island draba live?

Ellesmere Island draba is found in Distributed across Canada, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Canada, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Ellesmere Island draba belong to?

Ellesmere Island draba (Draba subcapitata) belongs to the genus Draba, which is part of the taxonomic family Brassicaceae.

Is Ellesmere Island draba endangered?

Yes, Ellesmere Island draba (Draba subcapitata) 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 Ellesmere Island draba belong to?

Ellesmere Island draba (Draba subcapitata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Ellesmere Island draba?

The closest relatives of Ellesmere Island draba in the genus Draba include Alaska draba, alpine draba, arctic draba, ash-coloured whitlow-grass, Austrian draba.