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fern-grass

Catapodium rigidum

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 9 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan), Europe (10 countries), North America (Mexico), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Liliopsida (Monocots)

Order

Poales (Grasses)

Family

Poaceae (Grass Family)

Genus

Catapodium

Species

Catapodium rigidum (fern-grass)

Names in Other Languages

French catapode rigide

German Gemeines Steifgras

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of fern-grass?

The scientific name of fern-grass is Catapodium rigidum. It belongs to the genus Catapodium.

What is the conservation status of fern-grass?

fern-grass (Catapodium rigidum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does fern-grass live?

fern-grass is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (Japan), Europe (10 countries), North America (Mexico), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany.

What family does fern-grass belong to?

fern-grass (Catapodium rigidum) belongs to the genus Catapodium, which is part of the taxonomic family Poaceae.

Is fern-grass endangered?

Yes, fern-grass (Catapodium rigidum) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does fern-grass belong to?

fern-grass (Catapodium rigidum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of fern-grass?

The closest relatives of fern-grass in the genus Catapodium include stiff sand grass.